Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – On May 1st, it was learned from China Southern Airlines that flight CZ3599 landed smoothly at Nanjing Lukou International Airport, marking the successful completion of the first flight mission as a team captain by Yu Yue, the first female captain of the domestically produced C919 large passenger aircraft in China, after successfully restoring her qualifications through conversion training. This was not only a routine and safe flight, but also a significant milestone in her transition from Boeing 737 captain to C919 team captain.
It is understood that Yu Yue dreamed of flying since childhood. In her senior year of high school, when civil aviation colleges recruited pilots from high school graduates, Yu Yue seized the opportunity, passed all the tests, and was admitted to the Civil Aviation Flight University of China, officially embarking on her journey to pursue her dream.
During her university years, Yu Yue faced challenges such as spatial three-dimensional judgment and precise instrument positioning. However, she persevered, immersing herself in theoretical study, meticulous attention to detail, and rigorous operational practice. "It's okay to be slow," she said, "but I must learn thoroughly and understand it completely, not just knowing what to do, but also why." This dedication and perseverance laid a solid foundation for her flying career. After joining China Southern Airlines in 2015, she spent nine years in the Boeing 737 fleet, rising from trainee to experienced captain, accumulating 4,200 hours of safe flight time with a perfect record.
In 2025, Yu Yue proactively applied for conversion training on the domestically produced C919 large passenger aircraft and stood out in a rigorous selection process. Aircraft conversion meant a completely new beginning, with challenges extending beyond the differences in steering wheel and side stick controls to include a comprehensive upgrade of system logic and architecture. She immersed herself in studying the principles, diligently completing every simulator training session. After more than two months of intensive conversion training at COMAC, she successfully obtained her C919 type certification.
To regain her captain's qualification, she diligently practiced and humbly sought guidance during the lead flight training phase, carefully summarizing the experience imparted by her instructors and meticulously recording the aircraft's characteristics and features. Through her relentless efforts and passing all required tests, including theoretical exams, local training, and route checks, Yu Yue finally became a lead captain on commercial flights with the C919 aircraft on May 1st.
"Flying knows no gender; professionalism and responsibility are the foundation." Yu Yue refuses to be defined by labels, always prioritizing safety, emphasizing crew coordination and risk assessment, and meticulously refining every operational step. "Passengers don't see the hard work behind the scenes, but they can feel the smoothness and peace of mind—that's our value." This simple statement reveals the dedication and responsibility of a worker.
As of the end of April, China Southern Airlines' C919 had operated over 9,500 flights, transporting nearly 1.3 million passengers. China Southern Airlines' C919 has launched routes covering major domestic economic hubs, from Daxing in the north to Tianfu in the west, Shanghai in the east, and Sanya in the south. Domestically produced large aircraft are becoming a vital force in civil aviation transportation. Yu Yue and her colleagues, together, are fulfilling their mission at 10,000 meters altitude, writing a new chapter in the struggles of workers in the new era. (End)
