Summary
The aircraft’s production must increase to meet hundreds of pending orders, requiring reliance on foreign suppliers.
Major airlines like Air China and China Eastern demand different configurations, complicating manufacturing.
While foreign components are essential now, China aims to develop domestic alternatives to achieve industrial independence.
Tianjin Yonghao Audi, once the largest Audi dealership in Tianjin, abruptly ceased operations on November 12, 2024, due to a severe cash flow crisis. The closure was triggered by the sudden withdrawal of funding from a key banking partner, leaving the dealership unable to meet its financial obligations. Claims against the company have already surpassed CNY 100 million (USD 13.8 million), and a resolution is expected by December 12, according to local reports.