Chinese Passenger Aircraft C919 Begins First International Commercial Flights

The Chinese domestic passenger aircraft C919 successfully landed at the new Ulaanbaatar airport in Mongolia on Wednesday afternoon. It arrived after flying from Beijing Capital International Airport, completing its first scheduled international commercial passenger flight.

A ceremonial event with a water welcome was held at the airport. Passengers gradually disembarked from the aircraft while watching a unique ethnic dance performance, and they were greeted by a procession of escorts in traditional Mongolian attire.

This route marks the first international one opened for the C919 since the start of commercial operation, signifying the official transition of the domestically developed Chinese mainline passenger jet into a new era of regular international flights.

According to available information, the international route is served by flights CA723/CA724, with daily scheduled flights between Beijing and Ulaanbaatar.

As the first large passenger aircraft developed in China for civil use, the C919 has been successfully operating on various domestic routes since commencing commercial activity. It has gained wide recognition in the market due to its reliable flight characteristics, comfortable cabin, and high safety standards.

The operation of this China-Mongolia international route demonstrates that the C919 has successfully passed the scrutiny of bilateral international civil aviation standards, thereby officially qualifying for regular international commercial passenger operations.

The domestically developed passenger aircraft C919 in China has officially commenced regular international commercial flights. The first flight took place on Wednesday afternoon from Beijing to Ulaanbaatar.

Air China flight CA723 departed from Beijing Capital International Airport at 15:00 local time. Upon arrival in the capital of Mongolia, a water cannon salute is expected, which is the highest honor in civil aviation, to mark this historic achievement.

According to official data, as of August 10, the C919 served 57 routes connecting 25 cities and completed over 7.5 million passenger transports.

Furthermore, this aircraft has been showcased at major international air shows, including two editions of the Singapore Airshow and one in Dubai.