What Happened
Chinese Carriers Eager For Homegrown Aircraft Despite Production Challenges
Chinese carriers are showing increasing interest in the domestically developed C919 large passenger aircraft, but a shortage of parts and supply chain production issues are hindering the manufacturer’s ability to meet demand. Executives from Shenzhen Airlines and Loong Air expressed their desire to add the C919 to their fleets, citing the need for faster production and more reliable supply chains. The Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (Comac) faces significant production challenges, which may impact the company’s growth prospects. This development was reported by an unknown source.