Imagine Ryanair livery on a C919—that’s history.
Boeing delays basically opened the door.
Airbus too focused on A321XLR to care?
Asian governments will push their carriers to buy.
Without global parts stockpiles, operators risk AOG nightmares.
Interesting that Latin America is showing interest.
C919 isn’t revolutionary, but it doesn’t have to be.
Price, timing, politics—Comac picked its moment well.
EASA approval could take 5+ years, minimum.
Western airlines won’t risk it without that.