The C919 superjet will take on giants of global aviation - Boeing 's 737 and the Airbus A320 . It is expected to be able to carry more than double its current load with a range that could reach up to 8,500km (3,100 miles) at cruising altitude or 7,200km (4,200 miles). More than 450 orders for the high-tech aircraft are already in place from 18 different airlines .
The C919 superjet will take on giants of global aviation - Boeing 's 737 and the Airbus A320 . Designed and built in China , final construction is now underway in Shanghai . More than 450 orders for the high-tech aircraft are already in place from 18 different airlines .