Aircraft service center opens

SHANGHAI: The Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China Ltd (CACC) opened its service center in this city on Tuesday, as China's home-made aircraft ARJ21 is ready for test flights.

Known as the Shanghai Aircraft Customer Service Co Ltd, it is located in the Zizhu Science Industrial Park in Minhang district. The center will provide aircraft maintenance and repairs, pilot training, aviation equipment, leasing and consultation.

Earlier this year, CACC announced it would be manufacturing aircraft with a take-off weight of more than 100 tons and capable of accommodating more than 150 seats.