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COMAC signs LOI with Shanxi Victory for up to six C909 firefighting variants at Singapore Airshow

COMAC announced a letter of intent with Shanxi Victory General Aviation for up to six C909 aircraft in a hydrant/aerial‑firefighting configuration during the Singapore Airshow. COMAC said the C909 firefighting variant is certified for aerial firefighting and will be offered as a special‑mission model.

2026-02-02T19:49:09.543392-08:00

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China certifies first COMAC C909 for in‑flight surgical operations

2026-02-02T17:35:25.234811-08:00

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Shaanxi unveils A400M‑class four‑engine transport and new advanced trainer

2026-02-01T18:43:43.567847-08:00

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China launches AlSat‑3B remote‑sensing satellite for Algeria from Jiuquan

2026-01-31T02:18:59.333418-08:00

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China's Aviation Industry in September 2024: Key Developments and Trends

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COMAC signs LOI with Shanxi Victory for up to six C909 firefighting variants at Singapore Airshow COMAC announced a letter of intent with Shanxi Victory General Aviation for up to six C909 aircraft in a hydrant/aerial‑firefighting configuration during the Singapore Airshow. COMAC said the C909 firefighting variant is certified for aerial firefighting and will be offered as a special‑mission model.

2026-02-02T19:49:09.543392-08:00

COMAC signs LOI with Shanxi Victory for up to six C909 firefighting variants at Singapore Airshow

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China certifies first COMAC C909 for in‑flight surgical operations China's aviation regulator has certified the first C909 regional aircraft for in‑flight surgical operations, clearing the platform to be outfitted and operated as an airborne surgical/medical mission aircraft. The approval creates a formally certified special‑mission role for the C909 platform.

2026-02-02T17:35:25.234811-08:00

China certifies first COMAC C909 for in‑flight surgical operations

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Shaanxi unveils A400M‑class four‑engine transport and new advanced trainer Shaanxi unveiled a new four‑engine transport it says is comparable to the Airbus A400M, alongside a newly revealed advanced trainer. The company says both types broaden its military product portfolio, positioning Shaanxi into Western‑class tactical airlift and jet‑training market segments.

2026-02-01T18:43:43.567847-08:00

Shaanxi unveils A400M‑class four‑engine transport and new advanced trainer

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Chinese space‑tourism startup signs actor Johnny Huang, targets 2028 for first crewed suborbital flight A Chinese space‑tourism startup has signed actor Johnny Huang Jingyu as a booked passenger and set a 2028 target for its first crewed suborbital flight. The announcement highlights a push from domestic firms to move from test flights to consumer‑facing human spaceflight services.

2026-01-31T08:03:46.321734-08:00

Chinese space‑tourism startup signs actor Johnny Huang, targets 2028 for first crewed suborbital flight

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China launches AlSat‑3B remote‑sensing satellite for Algeria from Jiuquan China launched AlSat‑3B, an Algerian remote‑sensing satellite, from Jiuquan on Jan. 31 aboard a Long March‑2C. Beijing said additional missions have been postponed as authorities prepare for a key human‑spaceflight test; President Xi and Algerian President Tebboune exchanged congratulations after liftoff.

2026-01-31T02:18:59.333418-08:00

China launches AlSat‑3B remote‑sensing satellite for Algeria from Jiuquan

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China conducts combat‑readiness naval and air patrols around Scarborough Shoal (Huangyan Dao) China's People's Liberation Army Southern Theater Command said it carried out combat‑readiness naval and air patrols in the territorial waters and airspace around Huangyan Dao (Scarborough Shoal) on Jan. 31. The command said it has stepped up patrols and vigilance in the area since early January.

2026-01-30T19:58:36.139346-08:00

China conducts combat‑readiness naval and air patrols around Scarborough Shoal (Huangyan Dao)

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Germany’s Elektra Solar opens China subsidiary to pursue electric training aircraft market Germany’s Elektra Solar has opened a China subsidiary to pursue sales, support and local partnerships for its electric training aircraft in the Chinese market. The move aims to accelerate customer outreach, certification engagement and potential production or supply‑chain ties as Elektra targets training schools and operators.

2026-01-30T06:18:42.582662-08:00

Germany’s Elektra Solar opens China subsidiary to pursue electric training aircraft market

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Qingdao Airlines seeks $225M financing to acquire three Airbus A321neos Qingdao Airlines is seeking $225 million in financing to acquire three Airbus A321neo single‑aisle aircraft. The funding request is intended to underwrite the purchase of the three A321neos and constitutes a targeted capital raise to expand and modernize the carrier’s narrowbody fleet.

2026-01-29T14:34:10.020881-08:00

Qingdao Airlines seeks $225M financing to acquire three Airbus A321neos

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COMAC signs LOI with Shanxi Victory for up to six C909 firefighting variants at Singapore Airshow

China certifies first COMAC C909 for in‑flight surgical operations

Shaanxi unveils A400M‑class four‑engine transport and new advanced trainer

China launches AlSat‑3B remote‑sensing satellite for Algeria from Jiuquan

Hype Analysis

China's Aviation Industry in September 2024: Key Developments and Trends

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