China's aviation industry just hit a new milestone! 🎉 On Saturday, a China Eastern Airlines (CEA) C919 jetliner made its first overseas commercial chartered flight, connecting Shanghai and Hong Kong. This isn't just any flight—it’s a big leap forward for China's homegrown aircraft in the global skies.
Early Saturday morning, over 100 young talents from Hong Kong boarded the sleek C919 at Hong Kong International Airport, ready to soar to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. The excitement was palpable as the jetliner symbolized not just a journey between two buzzing cities but a bridge connecting innovative minds. 🌉
The C919's debut overseas flight comes hot on the heels of the sixth jetliner joining the CEA fleet last Tuesday. 🚀 This rapid expansion signals that China's self-developed large passenger aircraft is ready to take on the giants like Boeing and Airbus in the global civil aviation arena.
Just a year ago, the C919 made its inaugural commercial flight, and look how far it's come! 🌟 China's commitment to innovation and its ambition to share the skies with the world's best is clear. With the C919, the future of aviation is not just about reaching destinations but also about making a statement: China is soaring high, and the sky is no limit! 🌏✨
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China's C919 serves first overseas commercial chartered flight
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