COMAC ARJ21
ARJ21 family · First flight 2008 · In production
The COMAC ARJ21 is a COMAC commercial airliner that entered service in 2016, typically seating 78 to 90 passengers. It cruises at Mach 0.78 (515 mph, 828 km/h) on two general electric cf34-10a turbofans, with a published range of 1,200 nautical miles (2,222 km). Today it is flown by carriers including Chengdu Airlines, Air China, China Southern Airlines.
Specifications sourced from manufacturer and published type data. Fleet and operator data as of June 2026.
Specifications
- First flight
- 2008
- Entered service
- 2016
- Status
- In production
- Typical capacity
- 78 to 90
- Range
- 1,200 nautical miles (2,222 km)
- Cruise speed
- Mach 0.78 (515 mph, 828 km/h)
- Length
- 33.46 m (109 ft 9 in)
- Wingspan
- 27.28 m (89 ft 6 in)
- Engines
- Two General Electric CF34-10A turbofans
Airlines that fly the COMAC ARJ21
- Chengdu Airlines
- Air China
- China Southern Airlines
- Genghis Khan Airlines
- TransNusa
Frequently asked about the COMAC ARJ21
When did the COMAC ARJ21 enter service?
The COMAC ARJ21 first flew in 2008 and entered commercial service in 2016.
What is the range of the COMAC ARJ21?
The COMAC ARJ21 has a published range of 1,200 nautical miles (2,222 km), powered by Two General Electric CF34-10A turbofans.
How many passengers does the COMAC ARJ21 carry?
Typical seating is 78 to 90 in a two- or three-class layout. Dense single-class configurations can fit more; ultra-long-haul airlines often fly fewer.
Is the COMAC ARJ21 still in production?
Status: In production.
Which airlines operate the COMAC ARJ21?
Major operators include Chengdu Airlines, Air China, China Southern Airlines, among others.
Related
Think you can identify aircraft in flight?
FlightQ is a daily puzzle game where you guess real flight routes from aircraft type, airline, and other clues.
The COMAC ARJ21 is a regional aircraft. Browse every regional aircraft or jump to a neighbour below.