In a significant milestone for China's aviation industry, a C919 aircraft operated by China Southern Airlines (CSA) embarked on its first commercial flight from Guangzhou to Hangzhou this past Saturday morning. Carrying 132 passengers, this brand new route marks the expansion of the domestically developed jetliner’s footprint in China's airline network.
The newly launched \"Hangzhou-Guangzhou Express\" is scheduled to operate from Monday to Thursday and on Saturdays initially. Starting October 7, the frequency of these flights will increase, making the service available daily for travelers.
This route is the second commercial journey for the C919 involving Hangzhou Airport, following the previously established \"Beijing-Hangzhou route.\" The C919's entry into these domestic routes underscores China's commitment to advancing its aerospace capabilities and providing more competitive options within its own aviation market.
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China's C919 now flying domestic routes for three major airlines
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