First Chinese-built passenger jet makes maiden flight – video

The C919 made its maiden flight from Shanghai on Friday, with China’s authorities claiming the step is further evidence of the country’s economic rise. It is a twin-engine aircraft built to compete with western aviation manufacturers such as Boeing and Airbus

• C919: first Chinese-built passenger jet completes ‘beautiful’ maiden flight

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