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news Scmp World 2026-04-21

China's C919 Jet Manufacturer Navigates Supply Chain Issues

China's aerospace manufacturer, Comac, is reevaluating geopolitical risks to its supply chains. The company faces external and internal constraints, including reliance on foreign parts, contributing to delays in the delivery of the C919 passenger jet.


China’s top civilian aircraft manufacturer is reassessing geopolitical risks to its supply chains – particularly for jet engines sourced from foreign firms – according to a source at the planemaker, as deliveries of its flagship C919 passenger jet appear to be late or delayed this year. The Shanghai-based Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (Comac) is facing external and internal constraints, including reliance on foreign suppliers for critical components and persistent manpower shortages,....

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