World · 12 August 2026
China's C919 jet makes first international flight
China's C919 passenger jet completed its first scheduled international commercial flight on Wednesday, flying from Beijing to Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. The flight marks a step in China's effort to establish state-owned COMAC as a competitor to Boeing and Airbus. However, the C919 still relies heavily on foreign parts and lacks certification from major aviation regulators, limiting its global reach.
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