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China's C919 jet faces further delivery delays amid US export chill: analysts
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Fusion42 · 2 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
US export restrictions on aircraft parts are causing further delays in the production and delivery of China's C919 passenger jet. Comac's reliance on critical US components like engines and hydraulic systems, combined with slowed licensing and limited alternative suppliers, heightens production risks despite efforts to develop domestic substitutes.
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You face a supply chain bottleneck as US export limits choke key parts for China’s C919 jet, forcing a pivot to domestic sourcing that will take years. If you supply critical aviation components, watch for openings as Comac scrambles for alternatives or local replacements gain traction.
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