Aviation exhibition boosts industry and market

The 13th Macau Business Aviation Exhibition concluded yesterday, offering exchanges within the sector and targeting the high-end business and private aircraft markets.

Taking place at the Macau International Airport’s apron, the event provides a vital platform for both domestic and international companies to showcase their products and expand their market presence.

The first two days were reserved for industry professionals, featuring a business aviation financial forum and educational seminars, while the exhibition opened to the public on Saturday.

“The exhibition offers a valuable opportunity for in-depth exchange and collaboration within the business aviation sector,” said Pun Wa-kin, president of the Civil Aviation Authority, as cited in a China Daily report.

“As Macau hosts more international events and welcomes more high-profile visitors amid economic recovery, I believe improvements to airport facilities and an increase in flight availability will further propel the growth of our business and private aviation industries.”

In early October, the Macau International Airport received government approval for a significant reclamation and expansion project, with construction anticipated to begin by year-end.

This initiative aims to increase the airport’s capacity from 9.6 million to 15 million passengers annually, addressing the rising demand as most pandemic-affected routes have resumed operations.

In the first 10 months of this year, passenger traffic surged to 6.34 million, reflecting a 57% increase compared to last year.

Among the exhibition highlights is Air China’s domestically produced C919 aircraft, which made its debut at the event.

This aircraft represents a significant milestone in China’s aviation industry, being the first large passenger jet developed with independent intellectual property rights.

Meanwhile, B-919Y is the second C919 delivered to the airline, and made its inaugural flight from Beijing to Macau last week.

Following its first commercial flight in May last year, 12 C919 aircraft are currently in commercial operation.

Staff Reporter