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October has brought both progress and setbacks for Chinese aircraft manufacturer COMAC as it seeks to grow internationally. The company will make its first appearance at the Dubai Airshow next month, marking its debut not only at this event but also at any major aviation showcase in the Middle East. The airshow, scheduled from November 17 to 21, is considered one of the last major events in the aviation calendar and is held every two years.
COMAC plans to exhibit four aircraft at the show and participate in the flying display. Timothy Hawes, Managing Director of Informa, which organizes the event, stated: "We have COMAC, the Chinese manufacturer, that will also be coming for the very first time. [It] will have four aircraft on display, as well as taking part in the actual flying display."
The Middle East represents a significant market for commercial aviation dominated by established manufacturers such as Airbus and Boeing. Dubai Airports CEO Paul Griffiths commented on China's potential influence in aerospace: "if you look at the developments with automotive products coming out of China, (...) they may well be making quite a statement in the aerospace industry."
