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Boeing 737 MAX 8
The first variant developed in the 737 MAX series, the MAX 8 replaces the 737-800 with a longer fuselage than the MAX 7. The MAX 8 has a lower empty weight and higher maximum takeoff weight than […]
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Airbus A350
The Airbus A350 (Airbus response to the Boeing 787) is based on the A330, but with substantial improvements to boost range. It offers a maximum of operational commonality with the current A330/A340 line – including […]
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Bombardier CS100
The Bombardier CSeries is a family of narrow-body, twin-engine, medium-range jet airliners that are being developed by Canadian manufacturer Bombardier Aerospace. In July 2018, the aircraft was rebranded as the Airbus A220 after Airbus acquired […]
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Bombardier CRJ1000
The Bombardier CRJ1000 is a regional airliners based on the Bombardier CRJ200. Developing nation: Canada. Manufacturer/designer: Bombardier Aerospace. Production Lines: Montréal-Mirabel International Airport in Mirabel, Quebec Canada. Type aircraft: Regional Airliner. First flight: 3 September 2008. […]
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ATR 42MP Surveyor
The ATR 42 is a twin-turboprop, short-haul regional airliner built in France and Italy by ATR (Aerei da Trasporto Regionale or Avions de Transport Régional). The military version the ATR 42 “Surveyor” is a maritime […]
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Boeing 747-400
Boeing launched the 747-400 in October 1985 and the first development aircraft first flew on April 29 1988. US certification was awarded in January 1989. The 747-400 externally resembles the -300, but it is a […]
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Douglas DC-6
The Douglas DC-6 was Douglas’ most successful four engine piston airliner. The DC-6 was developed as a response to a military airlift requirement in World War 2. The C-54 impressed the USAAF and they ordered […]
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Boeing 727
The Boeing 727 is a mid-size, narrow-body, three-engine commercial jet airliner. The first Boeing 727 flew in 1963 and for over a decade it was the most produced commercial jet airliner in the world. A […]
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Sud Aviation (Aerospatiale) Caravelle
The Sud Aviation (Aerospatiale) Caravelle) was the world’s first short/medium-range jet airliner. Designed to a requirement for a short range jet, SNCASE (Societe Nationale de Constructions Aeronautiques de Sud-Est) responded with an aircraft with engines […]
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De Havilland Dove
The ‘Dove’ was an eight seated commuter developed in the 1940’s, it flew for the first time on September 25th 1945 and was produced into the 1960’s. Developing Nation: United Kingdom First Flight: September 25th […]