Qian Zhan Wang·2025-05-14 07:10Core Insights - The Chinese aviation engine industry has achieved significant technological breakthroughs, focusing on three main areas: material processing, component manufacturing, and complete engine production [1][3]. Group 1: Technological Breakthroughs - Major companies in the aviation engine materials processing sector include Beijing Steel Research Technology Co., Ltd., which produces high-temperature alloys and precision castings for aerospace applications [2]. - In the component manufacturing sector, companies like Sichuan Chengfa Aviation Technology Co., Ltd. and Xi'an Aero Engine (Group) Co., Ltd. have developed various engine components, including turbine engines and combustion chamber parts [2][3]. - The complete engine manufacturing sector is represented by companies such as Guizhou Liyang Aviation Engine (Group) Co., Ltd., which has produced over 20 models of aviation turbine engines [3]. Group 2: Domestic Production and Development - China has established a relatively complete aviation engine research and production system, capable of developing various types of engines, including turboprop, turbojet, turbofan, and turboshaft engines [3]. - The domestically developed WS-20 engine is now used in the Y-20 transport aircraft, marking a significant step towards the complete domestic production of military aircraft engines [4]. Group 3: Market Position and Future Outlook - In the global military aircraft market, China ranks third with 3,309 military aircraft, accounting for 6% of the total, following the United States and Russia [6]. - The global fleet size is projected to grow from 20,563 aircraft in 2021 to 47,531 by 2041, with a shift towards the Chinese and Asia-Pacific markets [9].