The Bombardier Challenger 850 Aircraft
Bombardier | October 27, 2010Launch of the Bombardier Challenger 800 paved the way for many innovations and transformations in the market of corporate aircrafts. Launched by Bombardier Aerospace, it is the largest mid-size air craft of the world. CRJ200LR a derivative of Challenger 601 business jet is a 50 seater model from Bombardier and is the predecessor of this corporate jet. Some analysts are also of the view that Bombardier Challenger 800 is an updated version of CRJ200LR. Accommodation capacity of this corporate jet varies from 15 to 19. Other notable aspects associated with this jet are Mach 0.80 high speed cruise, and transcontinental range. Along with, there are several other added specifications and technological advancements that make the jet a power-packed machine.
Length of the jet is 87.83 feet. It has a wing span of 21.21 meters. Height of this corporate jet is 6.22 meters and its wing area is 48.35 square meters. While empty, the jet weighs 15,780 kilograms. It can carry a maximum load of 8261 kilograms. There are two turbofan engines which act as power plant for the jet. This jet can fly at a speed of 819 kilometers per hour. Service ceiling of the jet is 12,497 meters. This jet can take off with a maximum weight of 24,041 kilograms. Landing distance of this Bombardier aircraft is 887 meters.
Excellent interior of its cabin is one of the most appealing features of Bombardier Challenger 850 Aircraft. The most attractive part in the cabin is Rockwell Collins’ Airshow 410. Interior of the cabin is entirely designed by Lufthansa Technik. In this direction Bombardier Challenger 850 Aircraft created another bench mark in the history of American aircraft production. For the first time, Bombardier entrusted the interior design job to an overseas company. Production of Bombardier 850 Aircraft also proved the capabilities of Lufthansa Technik’s in the direction of producing perfect small-size aircrafts for corporate usage.
Discontinuation of the manufacturing of CRJ200 paved the way for production business aircrafts like Bombardier Challenger 850. CRJ200 was a regional jet. . Bombardier Challenger 850 possesses all the positive qualities of CRJ200 like unbeatable performance, excellent customer service, stylish look, dependability and reliability. Cabin of Bombardier Challenger 850 is larger than the models of the same league. This spacious cabin can offer a comfortable air journey to 15 passengers till a distance of 4630 kilometers. However, according to official declaration of Bombardier Challenger 850, this aircraft can carry 27 passengers and offer them a comfortable journey up to 4133 kilometers. There are three seats in a row in the business class seats. It also offers the deluxe cabin operation specification. Any one of the three passengers can use this facility according to his/her convenience.
Other notable passenger-friendly features present in this model are overhead bins, lavatory of semi-executive pattern and hot meal services. Flexibility and cost advantage are the other two factors behind the popularity of Bombardier Challenger 850 Aircraft. Low direct operation cost of Bombardier’s added benefits for its passengers. Now this aircraft is operational within Europe only.
Another famous series of Bombardier aircraft is the Bombardier 600 series.
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