The first C919 themed painted aircraft for the 15th National Games of China makes its maiden flight

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2025.11.04 07:41

On November 4th, around 12:27 PM, the first domestically produced C919 "Beautiful Bay Area" painted aircraft successfully took off from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport with 157 passengers on board, heading to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. During the 15th National Games, this aircraft, which holds special significance, will mainly operate the route between Guangzhou and Shanghai Hongqiao, serving participants, spectators, and travelers attending the event. In addition, this painted aircraft is also the 7th C919 domestically produced aircraft to join China Southern Airlines. Currently, the domestically produced C919 has been in operation with China Southern Airlines for over a year, covering a total of 14 destinations, flying safely for over 9,700 hours, and carrying more than 590,000 passengers. (CCTV News)