Adani Group and Embraer have chosen Dholera, Gujarat, to establish a regional jet assembly line. This collaboration aims to enhance India's aircraft manufacturing capabilities, supporting the Regional Transport Aircraft program and UDAN scheme, with airline commitments being key.
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.
The new Russian Il-114-300 regional jet offers low fuel consumption, can operate from short runways (1,200 meters), and provides a high comfort level, according to Daniil Brenerman of United Aircraft Corporation (UAC).
China's domestically produced C909 regional jet, struggling globally against Airbus and Boeing, is finding success in Xinjiang. Since June 2023, 30 C909s now operate over 120 routes in the region, offering a higher contribution margin per hour than the Boeing 737.
