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Xie Xingquan (IATA regional vice-president)
China
June 8, 2026
"China's civil aviation fleet is aging as replacement rates fall below 2019 levels. Older aircraft are increasing maintenance costs and fuel consumption for airlines. The home-grown C919 jet is viewed as a potential buffer against supply-chain hurdles and fleet aging."