World’s Longest Flight: Shanghai to Buenos Aires Takes Off
On December 4, 2025, China Eastern’s MU745 launched the world’s longest single-flight route, connecting Shanghai and Buenos Aires in a 20,000 km journey with one refueling stop.
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China Eastern Restarts India Flights After Five-Year Hiatus
China Eastern has resumed twice-weekly flights between Shanghai and New Delhi after a five-year break, boosting business, tourism, and sustainability ties across Asia.
China Eastern Reopens Shanghai-Delhi Flights After 5-Year Hiatus
China Eastern Airlines resumes Shanghai-Delhi flights after a five-year hiatus. Inaugural flight MU563 carried 248 passengers with a 95% load factor, reigniting China-India air travel.
China Eastern’s C919 Takes Flight on New Shanghai-Hong Kong Route
China Eastern Airlines launches its domestically developed C919 on a new Shanghai to Hong Kong route, enhancing regional connectivity and showcasing China’s aviation advancements.
China Eastern Launches C919 on Shanghai-Hong Kong Route
China Eastern Airlines begins regular Shanghai-Hong Kong flights using China’s domestically produced C919 jetliners, marking a major milestone in China’s aviation industry.
China Eastern Completes First Engine Replacement for C919 Aircraft
China Eastern Airlines successfully completes the first engine replacement for its C919 aircraft, enhancing safety and performance in the homegrown fleet.
China Eastern’s C919 Takes Off on First Sustainable Aviation Fuel-Powered Flight
China Eastern Airlines marks a milestone with the first commercial flight of its C919 jet powered by sustainable aviation fuel, advancing green transformation in aviation.
China’s C919 Aircraft Soars Beyond 500,000 Passengers
China’s self-developed C919 aircraft has surpassed 500,000 passengers, marking a significant milestone in its commercial journey.
China’s C919 Begins Fifth Commercial Route Between Beijing and Xi’an
China’s C919 aircraft launches its fifth regular commercial route, connecting Beijing and Xi’an with improved efficiency and sustainability.
China Eastern Airlines Welcomes Seventh C919 Aircraft, Expanding Domestic Fleet
China Eastern Airlines receives its 7th C919 aircraft, marking a milestone in China’s domestic aviation industry with over 3,000 flights and 405,000 passengers carried since May 2023.
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