Aviation

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Rescue package for airline industry
The Covid crisis has also affected China's airline industry. It is now facing new challenges: High fuel costs, a weak yuan, and image problems following a plane crash are complicating the recovery. A government aid package is intended to provide relief. continue reading →
After years of waiting: C919 nears completion
The first passenger aircraft entirely developed in the People's Republic of China nears its completion. However, delays in test flights and a far higher price than planned have set back the Chinese hope. Nevertheless, the plane will become a serious global competitor for Airbus and Boeing. continue reading →
China’s airlines post heavy losses
Due to strict Covid entry restrictions, China’s aviation industry suffered heavy losses last year. The Chinese aviation regulator estimates the losses in 2021 at the equivalent of almost €12 billion (¥84 billion), according to a Bloomberg report. The losses were mainly attributable to international air traffic, which came to a near standstill. In contrast, domestic […] continue reading →
MU5735: evidence points to suicide
After two months of speculation, evidence is mounting that China Eastern Airlines flight MU5735 was intentionally crashed. The crash was the result of deliberate action by the pilot, the Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday, citing US crash investigators. The US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is currently working with China’s Civil Aviation Administration (CAAC) […] continue reading →
Boeing loses trust after 737 crash
US aircraft manufacturer Boeing has been struggling with problems in the People's Republic for some time because its new 737 Max is still not permitted to operate there. The crash of the 737-800 now makes matters even worse. continue reading →
Plane crash in Guangxi
Cause of crash unknown: A China Eastern airline Boeing crashed into a mountainous forest in Guangxi. Rescue teams have only found debris. The crash was unusually sudden: The plane dropped at full speed from the sky and hit the ground almost vertically. continue reading →
Airbus plans aircraft recycling
The European aircraft manufacturer Airbus plans the construction of a recycling plant for decommissioned aircraft in China. A framework agreement to this effect has been signed with the city of Chengdu, AFP reported, citing Airbus. The contract is expected to be signed by mid-2022, and the recycling plant could begin operations by the end of […] continue reading →
Steering wheel and rotor: flying cars against jammed streets
The company HT Aero plans to introduce a flying car to the market soon. In other words, a vehicle that is both capable of driving on the road and flight. What sounds like science fiction is now being pushed forward not only in China, but by carmakers worldwide. In China, however, the development pressure is the highest due to overcrowded cities. continue reading →
Airbus negotiates A220 certification
Airbus is negotiating the certification of its A220 with China’s aviation authority, the head of Airbus’ China business said on Tuesday, according to Reuters. The aircraft is attracting a lot of interest from Chinese airlines as it helps companies bridge the gap between regional and larger planes, said George Xu, CEO of Airbus China. The […] continue reading →