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22:31, 20-Jun-2017
China's domestic aircraft come under the spotlight at Paris Air Show
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The 52nd Paris Air Show unveiled products by 2,300 firms in over 50 countries on Monday, including some new models from China. French President Emmanuel Macron was present at the opening session of the air show at Bourget.
Amid various civil and military aviation products, China's home-grown aircraft drew the spotlight. Also on display are civilian aircraft, warplanes, drones and military hardware from other countries.
A model of the Mikoyan MiG-35 fighter jet stands on display during the 53rd International Paris Air Show. / VCG Photo
A model of the Mikoyan MiG-35 fighter jet stands on display during the 53rd International Paris Air Show. / VCG Photo
This year marks the 30th year of China’s participation in the Paris Air Show, as 15 Chinese companies exhibited key products and systems, led by the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) and the Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (Comac).
China also displayed its fourth-generation stealth fighter jet, the J-31 Gyrfalcon, along with its Wing-Loong II reconnaissance and strike drone.
An Airbus A321 NEO aircraft performs a flying display on the opening day of the 52nd International Paris Air Show. / VCG Photo
An Airbus A321 NEO aircraft performs a flying display on the opening day of the 52nd International Paris Air Show. / VCG Photo
The Chinese civilian aviation industry also grabbed abundant attention since its first indigenous large passenger jet C919 made its maiden flight last month. In Paris, Comac is displaying a wide-body long-range aircraft jointly developed by China and Russia.
The Paris Air Show is one of the world' s biggest and most prestigious expos for the aviation industry, expected to attract 350,000 visitors. The biennial event was first held in 1909.