China Express Airlines is restructuring its fleet and procurement plans in a strategic shift that supports the introduction of domestically manufactured aircraft. The airline announced a reduction in its planned acquisition of A320 family aircraft, scaling down from four to two units. Additionally, the entity responsible for executing the transaction has been changed to Yunfei Aircraft Leasing (Shanghai)…
Comac continues progressing its widebody ambitions with the signing of Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with Safran (France) and Crane Aerospace & Electronics (United States) for systems integration on its in-development C929 aircraft. These agreements were announced during the Paris Airshow and indicate Comac’s intention to secure critical subsystems and engineering expertise from internationally established suppliers as it moves forward with the C929…
Comac has unveiled plans to significantly expand its C919 program with two new versions of the aircraft while revising the entry-into-service timeline for its long-range widebody project, the C929. At the Paris Airshow, the Chinese aircraft manufacturer disclosed its intention to introduce a shortened 160-seat variant of the C919 specifically designed for “hot and high” operational…
China Eastern has expanded its fleet with the recent delivery of a C909 aircraft, serial number 10167, powered by CF34-10A engines. This new addition aligns with the airline’s strategic plan to modernize its fleet and boost operational performance on domestic and regional routes.
Air China has strengthened its domestic fleet with the delivery of a C919 aircraft, marked by serial number 00027 and powered by LEAP-1C30 engines. This move further solidifies the airline’s position as a key player in China’s rapidly evolving aviation market.
China Southern, one of China’s largest carriers, has officially taken delivery of a COMAC C919 aircraft, serial number 00024, powered by LEAP-1C28 engines manufactured by CFM International. The delivery represents the airline’s commitment to supporting domestic aircraft production and diversifying its narrowbody fleet.
Air China has expanded its fleet with the recent delivery of one COMAC C909, bearing serial number 10180. The aircraft is powered by CF34-10A engines, a regional-class turbofan engine developed by GE Aviation, widely known for its efficiency and reliability.
COMAC is conducting internal studies for a potential supersonic passenger aircraft known as the C949, aimed at entering service in 2049, marking the centennial of the People’s Republic of China. The initiative, while still in conceptual stages, suggests the manufacturer’s long-term ambition to compete with global aviation leaders in high-speed air travel.
VietJet Air (Vietnam) has expanded its fleet with the wet lease of two COMAC ARJ21-700 (C909) aircraft from Chengdu Airlines (China). The aircraft, bearing serial numbers 196 and 185, are both powered by General Electric CF34-10A engines and mark a rare instance of a Vietnamese carrier operating Chinese-built commercial jets.
China’s imposition of retaliatory tariffs in response to trade policies introduced under US President Donald Trump is set to impact the financial feasibility of Boeing aircraft acquisitions by Chinese airlines. These tariffs, targeting key US exports, include significant increases on large civil aircraft, which could prompt Chinese carriers to rethink their fleet procurement strategies.
