Overview
The C919 is designed to compete with the A320neo and 737 MAX. It entered service with China Eastern Airlines in 2023 and uses Western engines and avionics while China develops domestic alternatives.
Specifications
Dimensions
| Length | 38.90 m |
|---|---|
| Wingspan | 35.80 m |
| Height | 12.00 m |
| Wing area | 129.2 m² |
Weights & fuel
| Empty weight | 42,100 kg |
|---|---|
| Max. take-off weight | 72,500 kg |
Performance
| Cruise speed | 834 km/h |
|---|---|
| Max. Mach | Mach 0.82 |
| Range | 4,075 km |
| Service ceiling | 12,100 m |
Crew & capacity
| Crew | 2 |
|---|---|
| Seats (typical) | 158 |
| Seats (max.) | 192 |
Powerplant
| Engines | 2 |
|---|---|
| Engine model | CFM International LEAP-1C |
| Thrust (each) | 130.0 kN |
Figures are compiled from public sources and may be approximate; they can vary by variant and configuration.
Photos
Photo 1: Shimin Gu / Wikimedia Commons · GFDL 1.2
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