COMAC C919
Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China
About
The COMAC C919 is a narrow-body twinjet airliner developed by the Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (COMAC). Designed to compete with the Airbus A320 family and Boeing 737 series, the C919 represents China's ambition to break into the global mainline commercial aircraft market. First flown in 2017 and entering service in 2023 with China Eastern Airlines, it features a supercritical wing, modern fly-by-wire flight controls, and is powered by CFM International LEAP-1C turbofan engines. The aircraft seats 158-192 passengers in various configurations and incorporates technologies from international suppliers while maintaining Chinese design and assembly. The C919 features approximately 12% composite materials in its construction with the majority using aluminum alloys. As of 2024, the aircraft has entered commercial service with multiple Chinese carriers with hundreds of orders.
Weightscompared to Boeing 757-300
Capacitycompared to Boeing 757-300
Passenger Capacity
65% of 757-300 maximum capacity
Crew
Dimensions
Length
Wingspan
Height
Wing Area
Cabin Width
Cabin Height
Catalog Price
Base List Price
$99M USD
2020 catalog price
Note: Actual prices vary based on configuration, options, and negotiations. This represents the manufacturer's base catalog price.
Engine Specifications
Engine Count
2×
Engine Model
CFM International LEAP-1C
Thrust per Engine
131.0 kN(29450 lbf)
Fuel & Cargo
Fuel Capacity
27,250 L
Cargo Volume
27.5 m³
Production & History
Total Produced
10
Production Status
In production
Manufacturing Period
2015–present
First Flight
May 5, 2017
Entered Service
May 28, 2023
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