China’s domestically-produced C919 passenger jet made its debut on scheduled services between Shanghai and Hong Kong on Wednesday, representing a significant milestone in the country’s aviation manufacturing sector. Decorated in a special design symbolizing “Chinese red,” the narrow-body airliner operated by China Eastern Airlines took off from Shanghai Hongqiao InternationalContinue Reading

Air China’s CA1523 flight, operated by the airline’s first C919 aircraft, takes off from Beijing Capital International Airport on its maiden flight, Beijing, China, September 10, 2024. /CMG Air China’s first C919 aircraft completed its maiden commercial flight on Tuesday. The CA1523 flight took off from Beijing Capital International Airport andContinue Reading

The seventh C919 jetliner, China’s first self-developed commercial jetliner, joined the China Eastern Airlines fleet on July 29 in Shanghai. Chinese Passenger Aircraft C919: A New Era in Aviation The C919, developed by the Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (COMAC), marks a significant milestone in China’s aerospace industry. As China’sContinue Reading

China’s role in the aircraft industry has witnessed remarkable growth in recent years. The nation has demonstrated its prowess in manufacturing, technological innovation, and global collaboration. As the world’s largest aviation market, China has a significant demand for commercial aircraft. The C919, China’s self-developed large passenger aircraft, completed its firstContinue Reading