Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (Comac)

Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (Comac) is a state-owned Chinese aerospace manufacturer aiming to challenge the Boeing/Airbus duopoly in the commercial aircraft market. They are currently newsworthy due to their ambitious plans to accelerate the development and production of their C919 narrowbody, C909 regional jet, and C929 widebody airliners. Recent developments include securing funding for a subsidiary carrier to boost international presence of the C909, partnering with Aviage Systems for the C929's avionics, showcasing the C919 at the Singapore Airshow to attract ASEAN sales, and potentially accelerating the C929's development timeline. Comac is also increasing C919 production, aiming for 28+ units this year after previous delays. Their efforts are part of a national five-year plan to develop a domestically produced engine and reduce reliance on foreign technology, making them a significant player in the future of the global aviation industry.