COMAC ARJ21-700
The COMAC ARJ21 of 2016 was China's first modern regional jet, seating around 90 and marking the country's entry into commercial airliner manufacturing. Its development was long and drew on Western engines and systems, but it built vital experience for China's aerospace ambitions. It entered growing service with Chinese carriers, proving the nation could design and certify a passenger jet.
Specifications
- Seats
- 78–97
- Range
- 2,225 km
- Type
- narrowbody
- Built
- 2016–2024
- Runway
- 1,700 m