China-made C919 lands in Hong Kong in maiden flight outside mainland, viewed as future Boeing competitor

Two Chinese-made passenger jetliners landed in Hong Kong on Tuesday, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s efforts to break into the Western-dominated aircraft market.

The C919, a large single-aisle aircraft that can carry up to 168 passengers, touched down at Hong Kong International Airport on its first flight outside the Chinese mainland. It was joined by the ARJ21, a smaller 78–90-seat reg