China Eastern Airlines has taken delivery of two significant additions to its narrowbody fleet: one Airbus A321neo, serial 12657, and one COMAC C919, serial 00033. The A321neo is powered by LEAP-1A32 engines, while the C919 is equipped with LEAP-1C28 engines, both manufactured by CFM International.
China Eastern Airlines has received another COMAC C919, bearing serial number 00033, powered by LEAP-1C28 engines, underscoring its role as the launch customer and leading operator of China’s first domestically developed narrowbody jet. The delivery continues the airline’s incremental fleet expansion with the C919 as it aims to diversify from Western-built aircraft and strengthen national aerospace capabilities.
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.
China Eastern Airlines has further expanded its operational capabilities with the delivery of one C919, serial 00016, powered by LEAP-1C28 engines, and three A320neo aircraft, serials 12361, 12352, and 12350, all equipped with LEAP-1A26 engines. These additions highlight the airline’s ongoing commitment to modernizing its fleet and improving operational efficiency.
China Southern Airlines has recently expanded its fleet with the delivery of a C919 aircraft, serial number 00020, equipped with LEAP-1C28 engines. The C919, developed by Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (COMAC), represents a milestone in China’s aviation sector, as it is one of the first Chinese-manufactured airliners tailored for domestic and regional routes. This…
