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COMAC’s C919 to Showcase at Upcoming Singapore Air Show

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In a groundbreaking move, sources have confirmed that China’s first domestically produced mainline passenger aircraft, the C919, is set to make its international debut at the upcoming Singapore Air Show, held from February 20 to 25.

This strategic participation aims to attract global commercial orders and position the C919 on the world stage. With seating for 156 to 168 passengers and an impressive range of up to 3,000 nautical miles, the C919 stands as a narrow-body marvel, offering airlines unprecedented versatility and efficiency for regional and short-haul flights.

As China’s aerospace industry steps into the spotlight, the Singapore Air Show serves as the perfect platform to showcase the technological prowess and capabilities of the C919 to an international audience.

Supporting this ambition, the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) recently affirmed its commitment during its annual working conference in Beijing. The CAAC pledged to facilitate the C919’s journey towards international recognition by actively pursuing crucial certifications, including the highly sought-after approval from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).

As China positions itself on the world stage with the C919, the aerospace industry eagerly awaits the implications of this significant milestone at the Singapore Air Show. By participating in major events, China aims to challenge industry titans Airbus and Boeing, marking a pivotal move towards establishing a stronger presence in the global aviation market.

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Airbus and French Aerospace Firms Growing Exports from India

In a significant move to bolster its supply chain, European aerospace giant Airbus has announced plans to ramp up component sourcing from India, tapping into the country’s vast opportunities.

During a press briefing in New Delhi on October 7, CEO Guillaume Faury emphasized the strategic importance of India within the Airbus supply chain, highlighting the company’s robust network of over 100 suppliers in the region.

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Faury, who also serves as Chairman of the French Aerospace Industries Association (GIFAS), noted that there are abundant prospects for collaboration between Indian and French aerospace companies. Leading a high-level delegation from GIFAS, comprising more than 60 companies and over 100 representatives, Faury aims to foster deeper partnerships and enhance business opportunities between India and France.

“We will continue to grow our sourcing of components,” Faury stated, forecasting a doubling of component sourcing approximately every five years over the next decade. This stable growth trajectory underscores Airbus’s commitment to deepening its ties with India.

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Currently, Airbus holds an impressive order book of around 8,600 aircraft and anticipates producing about 770 planes this year. This ambitious production plan aligns with the expected surge in India’s domestic air passenger traffic, projected to reach 300 million by 2030, according to Union Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu.

During the briefing, Naidu also highlighted the substantial investments being made to develop India’s airport infrastructure, with $11 billion allocated for this purpose. The government plans to develop 200 additional airports over the next 20 to 25 years, significantly expanding the current count of 157 airports, heliports, and waterdromes. By the end of 2025, the number of operational airports is expected to reach 200.

“The potential for partnership between India and France is immense,” Naidu remarked, further reinforcing the collaborative spirit that Airbus and French aerospace firms seek to cultivate in India.