✈️ Deer Jet Debuts Domestic Business Jet, V-Shaped Fluctuations in Domestic Movements
Deer Jet officially became the launch operator of the Comac business jet version in late June 2026, with the aircraft being a VIP business jet variant based on the C909, primarily operating domestic charter flights within China. This aircraft type was launched by Comac in December 2025, offering five VIP cabin interior options and positioned as a domestic alternative to Western business jets. Avi-Go data shows that Deer Jet conducted approximately 1,550 domestic movements from January to July 6, 2026, of which March plunged to 125 movements (-52.5% month-over-month), April rebounded strongly to the year's peak of 321 movements (+156.8%), and May to June declined consecutively to 284 and 265 movements, showing significant fluctuation characteristics.
Impact: The launch of the domestic business jet sends a signal that the domestic fleet is tilting toward local aircraft types; however, the dramatic V-shaped fluctuations in movement data reflect that its route network and capacity scheduling are still in a running-in period, with operational stability yet to be verified.
Recommendation: Brokers and charter demand parties can follow up within July 2026 on Deer Jet's feedback regarding the actual availability and cabin configuration of the Comac aircraft type, and assess incorporating it as a domestic charter alternative; Western OEMs should reassess the competitive pressure from domestic alternative models within China before Q3 2026, and simultaneously optimize their local service response.