Mitsubishi Aircraft Corp. has once again announced a delay in delivering Japan’s first new commercial passenger plane in over half a century, this time by about two years.
Mitsubishi Regional Jet Hampered by Another Delay
Key Takeaways:
- Mitsubishi Aircraft Corp. has announced a two-year delay for the Mitsubishi Regional Jet (MRJ), pushing its first delivery to mid-2020.
- This marks the fifth postponement for Japan's first new commercial passenger plane in over half a century, attributed to necessary system and electrical configuration revisions for certification.
- Despite the repeated delays, the MRJ has completed test flights and maintains substantial orders from carriers like All Nippon Airlines, SkyWest Airlines, and Trans States Airlines.
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