Recently, with the flight test and verification of the sixth C919 with the factory MSN number 00012 in the airspace near Nanjing, it means that China Eastern Airlines is about to usher in the delivery of a new production batch of C919. This batch of C919 is part of an additional 100 orders from COMAC on September 28, 2023, marking a new phase of cooperation between China Eastern Airlines and COMAC.
This additional contract, worth tens of billions of dollars, not only reflects China Eastern's confidence in the C919 aircraft, but also recognizes the strength of the mainland's civil aviation industry. China Eastern will use these large domestic aircraft to expand its fleet and improve the quality of its flight services to meet the growing demand for air transportation.
On December 9, 2022, China Eastern Airlines, as the world's first user, officially received the world's first delivered aircraft with registration number B-919A from COMAC, marking the beginning of the commercial operation of the domestic large passenger aircraft C919. So far, the first batch of five C919 orders from China Eastern Airlines and COMAC have been delivered, and their smooth operation has not only accumulated valuable data, but also laid a solid foundation for the subsequent delivery of more C919 aircraft.
In order to ensure the safe operation of the large domestic aircraft, which is known as the "Qi Fighting Machine" by the Chinese people, China Eastern Airlines has made careful preparations and arrangements. The C919 flight department, C919 cabin department and other related departments have been set up to ensure the flight safety of the aircraft and the comfortable flight experience of passengers. In addition, China Eastern Airlines has also set up C919 dispatch and release seats, full-time engineering management positions, domestic aircraft maintenance management center and other professional departments to provide comprehensive technical support and maintenance services.
At the same time, China Eastern Airlines also attaches great importance to the training and reserve of relevant personnel around the operation of C919. Professional training is provided for pilots, dispatchers, maintenance personnel and other relevant personnel to ensure that they fully understand and master the performance, operation process and emergency response plan of C919 aircraft. Through these trainings, China Eastern has cultivated a team of talents with professional knowledge and rich experience, which provides a strong guarantee for the safe operation of domestic aircraft.
China Eastern Airlines has also established a sound safety management system and operation monitoring system for C919. The company uses advanced technology to monitor the operation status of the C919 aircraft in real time to ensure that the aircraft performs flight tasks safely and efficiently. At the same time, China Eastern has also established a comprehensive data analysis and reporting mechanism to detect and deal with potential security risks in a timely manner.
In addition, China Eastern also focuses on optimizing flight operation strategies and improving service quality. According to the performance characteristics of the C919 aircraft, the company optimizes the flight operation strategy to ensure that the aircraft operates in the best condition, improve the flight punctuality rate and passenger satisfaction. At the same time, China Eastern Airlines has also strengthened the training and service level of cabin service personnel to provide passengers with a more warm and comfortable flight experience.
It is understood that the cabin of this batch of C919 aircraft is equipped with a total of 20 12-inch ceiling displays, which support high-definition 1080P film projection to provide passengers with a high-quality entertainment experience. This is also the first time that China Eastern Airlines' single-channel fleet has been equipped with 1080P programs, further enhancing passengers' in-flight entertainment experience.
The C919 business class and economy class of China Eastern Airlines are equipped with a new generation of domestically produced cabin seats that are completely independently developed. Among them, the 8 business class seats are all-aluminum frame structure, with a cradle design and a reclining of up to 120 degrees to provide the ultimate comfort, and the front and rear seat pitch is more than 1 meter to ensure the privacy and space of passengers.
The 156 Economy Class seats are designed with a 3-3 layout, making reasonable use of space and providing a comfortable riding experience. The C919 cabin has an aisle height of 2.25 meters, allowing passengers to feel comfortable top and forward visual space, further enhancing comfort during the flight.