The Civil Aviation Administration of China has issued type certification for Comac's 78-seat ARJ21-700 at a ceremony in Beijing, marking a major milestone in the nation's foray into the commercial aircraft manufacturing sector. Aircraft 105, which is to be delivered to launch customer Chengdu Airlines, landed at Beijing Capital International airport two days before the 30 December event. Certification of the regional jet marks the end of a long journey for China, where inexperience in development and certification has resulted in major delays to the programme. Comae has previously said attaining certification from the US Federal Aviation Administration remains a target.
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