Air China launched a new direct flight route between Beijing Daxing International Airport and Milan on June 13. This is the first regular direct flight from Daxing Airport to Italy, enhancing air connectivity between China and Europe. The route, CA749/750, will operate daily, significantly reducing travel time and costs for passengers and facilitating bilateral economic cooperation.
An Air China C909 regional jet experienced a suspected bird strike upon landing in Beijing. While visible marks were reported on the nose and airframe, experts deem severe damage unlikely. The incident highlights reliability tests for the Comac-model as it sees wider deployment.
Xi Jinping arrived in Pyongyang for a two-day visit, his first in seven years, aiming to revitalize ties with North Korea. The trip, marked by a lavish welcome ceremony, includes talks on trade and cooperation, with Xi affirming China's support and urging expanded economic ties.
中韩(重庆—京畿道)经贸产业合作推介会在重庆举行，会上“中韩经济友好合作中心”揭牌成立，G-FAIR CHINA韩国优秀商品展同步开馆。双方旨在深化贸易投资、经贸活动等领域合作，尤其在尖端制造、人工智能与重庆的制造业基础和物流体系结合方面。
China's C919 aircraft program faces significant delivery shortfalls due to engine supply constraints. Only 3 aircraft were delivered in Q1 2026 against a target of 28+ for the year, with just 35 delivered since late 2022. The C919 relies on the LEAP-1C engine from CFM International (GE Aerospace-Safran joint venture), exposing structural vulnerability when US export restrictions disrupted deliveries last year.
