The Beijing Civil Aircraft Technology Research Center, affiliated with the Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China, obtained the Zhongguancun high-tech enterprises certification and settled in Changping Park recently.

The center is mainly engaged in civil aircraft technology research, key technology pre-development, basic technology research, and related technical services.

The center is a key technology research institution of the Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China, a state-owned company that implements large passenger aircraft programs in China. It aims to establish an integrated civil aircraft technology system utilizing Beijing's geographic and resource advantages, as well as aviation technology resources at home and abroad.

The center seeks to advance civil aircraft development strategy and key technologies as well as establish a technological foundation to reach international standards.

During the 12th Five-Year Plan period, it will focus on establishing effective development systems and cultivate a professional team for civil aircraft technology research. It hopes to make achievements in key technologies and create a strong technical foundation for civil aircrafts in order to contribute to China’s independent civil aircraft innovation, research and development system construction, technology reserves and application, and key technological breakthroughs.

Edited by Chen Zhilin and Michael Thai