Comac C939
| Industry | Aerospace |
|---|---|
| Founded | May 11, 2008 |
| Headquarters | Shanghai , China |
| Products | Commercial aircraft (including C939, C919, C929) |
The Comac C939 represents a forthcoming series of long-haul wide-body twin-engine airliners developed by the Chinese aerospace company Comac. This aircraft family is intended to rival models such as the Boeing 777X and Airbus A350. It will surpass Comac's current offerings, the Comac C919 and Comac C929, in size.
Design
By May 2024, the C939 is anticipated to accommodate between 400 and 500 passengers, with an estimated operational range of . The design incorporates a twin-engine layout.
Development
Since June 2011, Comac has been investigating wide-body aircraft concepts, including the 290-seat C929 and the larger 390-seat C939. Initial proposals emerged in 2015 and 2017. In May 2024, Comac formally initiated development on the C939, marking a deliberate effort to broaden its portfolio beyond narrow-body jets following the achievements of the C919.