The future success of COMAC to challenge Airbus and Boeing hinges on many factors. These include Airbus and Boeing's abilities to meet projected demand, the support of the Chinese state to the industry, geopolitical relations between China and the United States, whether the C919 receives EASA and FAA certificates, and other factors. However, for now, China appears to be throwing its weight behind the program, and China has the industry and demand needed to create a powerful new competitor to Airbus and Boeing.