CNN Says China’s First Large Jetliner is “a key moment in the country’s push to challenge the U.S.” as a global manufacturer

A recent article on CNN.com reports "China's first large jetliner has successfully completed its maiden flight." This is huge news. The fact that China will produce large passenger aircrafts proves that it can compete at all levels with the best the West has to offer. Says CNN: "...the milestone marks another key achievement for China [...]