CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 5, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- UTC Aerospace
Systems, a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX), today
joined with the Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China, Ltd. (COMAC) in celebrating the
first flight of the C919, the first large commercial jetliner
designed and built in China.
The first flight of the C919 marks China's first step in entering the narrow-body
commercial aviation arena and offers COMAC the opportunity to
capitalize on the forecasted growth of aviation in China, considered the world's fastest growing
aviation market. COMAC has already secured more than 500 C919
orders from 23 customers.
"At UTC Aerospace Systems, we have a broad and deep portfolio of
systems-level solutions that enables airframers to build aircraft
customized to their customers' unique specifications," said
Dave Gitlin, President, UTC
Aerospace Systems. "We are thrilled to see COMAC's tremendous
progress, and we congratulate them on the first flight of the C919.
We are proud to be onboard."
UTC Aerospace Systems' technology can be found throughout the
C919. Key systems include: electric power, emergency power, cockpit
and thrust controllers, interior and exterior lighting, emergency
passenger door actuation, fire protection, and ice detection and
prevention.
"Our systems expertise, deep industry knowledge and in-country
investment have helped us build a strong working relationship with
COMAC," added Gitlin. "And we look forward to celebrating many more
milestones with COMAC in the future."
About UTC Aerospace Systems
UTC Aerospace Systems is one of the world's largest suppliers of
technologically advanced aerospace and defense products. UTC
Aerospace Systems designs, manufactures and services integrated
systems and components for the aerospace and defense industries,
supporting a global customer base with significant worldwide
manufacturing and customer service facilities. For more information
about the company, visit our website at www.utcaerospacesystems.com
or follow us on Twitter: @utcaerosystems
About United Technologies Corporation
United Technologies Corp., based in Farmington, Connecticut, provides
high-technology systems and services to the building and aerospace
industries. By combining a passion for science with precision
engineering, the company is creating smart, sustainable solutions
the world needs. For more information about the company, visit our
website at www.utc.com or follow us on Twitter: @UTC
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