The VNS-41 is the first amphibious microlight aircraft made in Vietnam.
The A41 Factory (officially Aircraft Repair Company A-41) under the Air Force and Air Defence Department (Ministry of Defence) manufactured the aircraft based on the Russian Che-22 Korvet design by Boris Chernov and E.
[1] On 12 September 2004, the prototype performed its maiden flight with test pilot Nguyễn Duy Lê at the controls.
The VNS-41's hull, tail, and middle wing are made from high-quality composite material.
[5] The VNS-41 will initially be used in forestry patrol and agriculture but will also be marketed for sport, travel and commercial applications.