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Chinese engine for the COMAC C-919 unveiled

Shanghai, China - Ready by 2016, it should replace those supplied by western companies

An engine model for the new COMAC (Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China) C-919 airliner has been unveiled at the "China International Industry Fair 2009" in Shanghai. The SF-A engine, designed by AVIC (Aviation Industry Corporation of China) Commercial Aircraft Engine (AEAC) should be produced starting in 2010. According to the manufacturer, this engine satisfies all the necessary requirements...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1110893
Rome, Italy, 11/04/2009 15:34
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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