Ready for takeoff! China Eastern Airlines just upped its game by welcoming its seventh C919 passenger plane, crafted by the Commercial Aircraft Corp of China. The shiny new jet, coded B-919H, touched down at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport this week after a quick hop from Pudong—marking the third delivery this year alone.
This aviation marvel isn’t just lounging on the tarmac. It’s already zipping travelers across four major routes: Beijing, Chengdu, Xi’an, and Guangzhou. Think of it as China’s answer to modern air travel, blending speed and homegrown tech.
Since its debut commercial flight in May 2023, the C919 has soared through 3,031 flights, ferrying over 405,000 passengers. That’s like filling 700+ sold-out concerts! With stats like these, the C919 is fast becoming a star in China’s skies—proving innovation can truly take flight.
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