China steps up global aviation expansion as Comac bids for Laos carrier

China steps up global aviation expansion as Comac bids for Laos carrier

Laos’ flag carrier would reportedly agree to use Comac jets as part of the deal, as the Chinese aviation firm continues its push into Southeast Asia.

Can COMAC Disrupt Airbus and Boeing’s Global Jet Duopoly?

In the global aviation industry, few rivalries are as entrenched—and as lucrative—as that of Airbus and Boeing. These aerospace titans have long dominated the skies, shaping airline fleets, aviation policies, and the pace of technological advancement in commercial aviation. But in recent years, a new challenger has emerged from the East, determined to end the duopoly. China’s state-owned aircraft manufacturer, COMAC (Commercial Aircraft Corporat…