China Eastern Airlines begins operating COMAC C919 jets in competitive market

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China Eastern Airlines is now operating the COMAC C919, a new aircraft designed to compete with Airbus and Boeing. The airline has received ten C919 jets, with a total of 97 on order. The C919 has faced delays since its launch in 2008, but it was certified in September 2022. It features a cabin with 164 seats and offers WiFi for passengers. While the C919 is seen as a competitor to Western aircraft, it relies on foreign technology for many components. Its performance and reliability data remain limited due to its newness and lack of international certification.


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