Military and civil aircraft manufactured in China will still be built primarily for the domestic market, despite a strong push for export. Next year's production figures will reflect rates of economic growth and defence spending, which are expected to grow at up to 7.5%. Sustained growth is likely to be the most important factor for China's aviation industry next year. But despite this, state control and domestic user requirements are more likely to drive events rather than the use of technology to maximise profit in the civil sector and increase military capability in various missions.
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