Amid Boeing’s troubles, China swoops in on chance to enter large jet airliner biz

China is leveraging the success of its C919 narrowbody jet as a springboard for further advancements. Applicants are wanted for a 'large aircraft' research project where qualified projects could receive up to $355,000 read more China’s first domestically manufactured passenger aircraft Comac C919 flies over Victoria Harbour during its inaugural voyage outside the mainland, in Hong Kong. Reuters As Boeing contends with production delays and quality concerns, China is seizing the opportunity to advance its ambitions in the large jet airliner market. With state-backed funding and strategic initiatives, China aims to establish itself as a formidable player in this part…