The new hangar of China Eastern Airlines' Wuhan Company (CEA Wuhan) was officially put into operation on Tuesday. It is the largest hangar in Hubei Province, covering an area of about 5,000 square meters. It will further expand the operation and supporting capacity of CEA Wuhan. (Photos: Chinanews; compiled by Lin Xiaojie)

The maintenance area of the new hangar covers an area of 5,000 square meters.

The new hangar can accommodate two 737-800s aircraft simultaneously for inspection, maintenance or overhaul.

Maintenance personnel inspect a 737NG aircraft in the new hangar on Tuesday.

The new hangar will help to meet the needs of the aviation maintenance market in Wuhan and promote the economic development of Hubei Province.