China's civil aviation sector continues to welcome foreign aviation manufacturing enterprises, including Pratt & Whitney, Hu Zhenjiang, deputy administrator of the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC), said on Tuesday.
Hu met Rick Deurloo, president of commercial engines for Pratt & Whitney, on Tuesday, according to the official website of the CAAC.
Hu thanked Pratt & Whitney for its support for the safe operation of China's civil aviation. He said China's civil aviation attaches great importance to safety and has zero tolerance for safety hazards.
Hu said he hopes that Pratt & Whitney will continue to improve its production quality management level and to strengthen training exchanges with Chinese airlines and maintenance companies.
China will continue to welcome foreign aviation manufacturers, and will jointly promote the safe and sustainable development of the global aviation industry, Hu said.
Deurloo said the company attaches great importance to the Chinese market and has noted the rapid development of China's civil aviation industry. It has always adhered to the principle of safety first, Deurloo said, and it will strengthen cooperation in China in areas such as engine manufacturing and maintenance, professional training, and sustainable aviation fuel.
