China is predicted to launch the world 's biggest amphibious aircraft to date by 2020 , according to Xinhua state - owned media . FILE PHOTO: The development of the AG600 is part of a drive to strengthen the nation 's military as it seeks to toughen its claim to disputed areas of the South China Sea .
China is predicted to launch the world 's biggest amphibious aircraft to date by 2020 , according to Xinhua state - owned media . The development of the AG600 is part of a drive to strengthen the nation 's military as it seeks to toughen its claim to disputed areas of the South China Sea .