Abstract: The state-of-art of composite materials in China is reviewed. Emphasis is put on the technical problems to be studied preferentially for exploitation of composite materials in aviation industry, for example, the seriation of intermediate materials production, the familiarization of fabrication techniques, the rationalization and optimization of composite design, and the establishment of quality assurance system. Principal tasks to be done in these fields and guidelines and directions to be followed are discussed somewhat in detail. In addition, theoretical topics related closely to the solution of practical problems are suggested and attention is called to exploring research works on metal matrix composites. It is expected that the development of composite materials in China will be accelerated by way of proper use of successful foreign experience.