Shopping on line can be easy, simple and save you lots of money. It can also take a lot of your time, frustrate you, and result in unwanted purchases. Now the same can be said for regular high street shopping, but with the vast opportunity presented by the Internet it will pay you to spend a few minutes reading this and understanding how to better optimize your Bae 146 shopping experience:

1. Compare - without doubt the biggest advantage that the Bae 146 offers shoppers today is the ability to compare thousands of Bae 146 at a time. This is a great thing, but not necessarily all the time! Too much can be daunting at times so take advantage of the great comparison sites and where possible let them do the hard work for you.

2. Research - if it has been said it will be on the internet. Ignorance is no longer a justifiable reason for buying the wrong thing. Take the time to research in detail everything that you could possible want to know about

3. Testimonials - don't know anybody that has bought a Bae 146? Wrong! If the Bae 146 is good the internet will let you know. Use the Internet as a friend and get testimonials before you buy.

4. Questions - Got a question about Bae 146 then search the Forums, FAQ's, Blogs etc. Don't be afraid to ask .....

5. Reputation - Never heard of the company selling Bae 146? Don't worry, no reason why you should know every company in the world, but you know someone that does! Use the internet to find out what people are saying about Bae 146 and build up a picture of their reputation for sales, returns, customer service, delivery etc.

6. Returns - still worried that even after all of the above your Bae 146 wont be what you want? Check out the returns policy. There is so much competition now that someone, somewhere is bound to offer the terms that you are comfortable with.

7. Feedback - happy with your Bae 146 then let people know, after all you are depending on others people input in your buying decision, so why not give a little back.

8. Security - check for the yellow padlock on the Bae 146 site before you buy, and the s after http:/ /i.e. https:// = a secure site

9. Contact - got a question about Bae 146, or want to leave a comment then check out the sites contact page. Reputable companies have them and respond.

10. Payment - ready to pay for your Bae 146, then use your credit card or PayPal! Be aware of companies that don't accept them, there may be genuine reasons but given the huge amount of choice you have when buying online there is no reason at all not to buy via credit card or PayPal.

{{Infobox Aircraft |name= BAe 146/Avro RJ |type=[Airliner |manufacturers=[British Aerospace[BAE Systems |image=Image:Buzz BAE 146-300.jpg |caption=[Buzz (airline) BAe 146-300 |designer= |first flight=[1981-09-03 |introduced=May 1983 |retired= |status=Active service |primary user= |more users= |produced=1978-2003 |number built=387 (Avro RJ: 166; BAe 146: 221) |unit cost= |variants with their own articles= -->]The BAe 146 is a medium-sized commercial aircraft which was manufactured in the United Kingdom by British Aerospace (which later became part of BAE Systems). Production ran from 1983 until 2002, switching to an improved version known as the Avro RJ in 1992. A further-improved version, the Avro RJX – with new engines – was announced in 1997, but only three prototypes were built before production ceased in late 2001. With 387 aircraft produced, the Avro RJ/BAe 146 program is the second most successful British civil jet to date.

The BAe 146/Avro RJ carries its four turbofan jet engines on a high wing above the fuselage (not below, or at mid-fuselage, as on most conventional civilian aircraft) and has a T-tail. The aircraft has STOL capabilities and very quiet operation; it has been marketed under the name Whisperjet. It sees wide usage at small city-based airports. In its primary role it serves as a regional jet, short-haul airliner or feederliner. The BAe 146/Avro RJ is in wide use among European airlines, such as Lufthansa and Brussels Airlines. The freight-carrying version has the designation "QT" (Quiet Trader), while a convertible version is designated "QC".

The BAe 146 comes in -100, -200 and -300 models. The equivalent Avro RJ versions are designated RJ70, RJ85, and RJ100.

History Hawker Siddeley carried out the original design in 1973 using the designation HS.146, but soon abandoned the project as a result of the world economic downturn resulting from the 1973 oil crisis. Low-key development proceeded, however, and in 1978 British Aerospace, Hawker Siddeley's corporate successor, re-launched the project. The name 146 comes from the original de Havilland design number, DH146, which was continued by Hawker Siddeley when the former became a subsidiary of the latter. The type name "Avro RJ" superseded "BAe 146" in 1993.

The BAe 146 received its Certificate of Airworthiness on 1983-02-08.

Higher thrust LF507 turbofan engines from Honeywell, housed in newly designed nacelles, replaced the original ALF-502 Lycoming engines. Production of this aircraft has ended, with the final four aircraft being delivered in October-November 2003. Many airlines are predicted to replace the Avro/BAe with the Airbus A320#A318, Bombardier Aerospace Bombardier Canadair Regional Jet#CRJ-700 or one of the Embraer E-Jets range.

The early aircraft were built at what was the original de Havilland factory at Hatfield, Hertfordshire. The Avro RJ family of aircraft was built at the BAE Systems Regional Aircraft Centre at the Woodford Aerodrome at Woodford, Cheshire in England. 166 Avro RJ aircraft were delivered between 1993 in aviation and 2002 in aviation.

The aircraft have proven to be useful on "high" density regional and short-haul routes. One of the main features of the BAe 146 that made it different from other regional aeroplanes is the fact that it features six-abreast seating which proves to be more comfortable than the more traditional four- or five-abreast seating of planes in its class. The plane is also renowned for its relatively low noise generation, a positive feature which won the hearts of many operators who wanted to fly in and out of noise stringent airports within cities.

Problems The ALF 502 turbofans were derived from Lycoming's helicopter turboshaft designs and suffered from some reliability problems. The internal electronics were prone to overheating which could trigger an automatic shutdown of an engine with no option of in-flight restarting, and certain rare atmospheric conditions caused loss of engine thrust due to internal icing.{{cite web|url=http://www.highbeam.com/library/docfree.asp?DOCID=1G1:62527181&ctrlInfo=Round19%3AMode19a%3ADocG%3AResult&ao= |title=UPDATE: Braathens have BAe 146 aircraft.|author=Airline Industry Information|accessdate=2006-04-30-->. In recent years, there have been cases where toxic fumes from engine oil have entered the air-conditioning system and entered the cockpit, adversely affecting the pilots. .

Models Avro RJ85 Bae 146 300 series wearing the colours of an Internet gaming Company. Glasgow International Airport. July 2006. BAe 146-100 and Avro RJ70: First flight of the -100 occurred on 3 September 1981, with deliveries commencing in 1983 in aviation. The launch customer in March 1983 was Dan-Air soon followed by the Royal Air Force's Royal Flight. The -100 migrated last to the Avro RJ standard development, with first deliveries of the RJ70 beginning in late 1993. The RJ70 differed from the 146-100 in having FADEC LF 507 engines and digital avionics. The RJ70 seats 70 passengers, 82 six abreast or 94 in high-density configuration.

BAe 146-200 and Avro RJ85: The 146-200 features a 2.41 m (7 ft 11 in) fuselage extension and reduced seat-distance costs. The -200 first flew in August 1982 in aviation and entered service six months later. The RJ85, the first RJ development of the BAe 146 family, features an improved cabin and the more efficient LF 507 s. Deliveries of the RJ85 began in April 1993. The RJ85 seats up to 112 passengers.

BAe 146-300 and Avro RJ100: Designers' initial proposals for the -300, the final development of the 146 product line, included a 3.2 m extension to the fuselage of the -200, more powerful engines and Wingtip device. However due to the requirements of airlines for higher efficiency rather than capacity the production 146-300 emerged as a 2.44 m stretch of the -200, without winglets or the proposed ALF 502R-7. Deliveries began in December 1988. The Avro version of the 146-300, the second such development of the 146 product line, became the RJ100. It shared the fuselage of the 146 version, but with interior, engine and avionics improvements. The most common configuration in the RJ100 seats 100 passengers. The RJ115 seats 116 as standard or up to a maximum of 128 in a high-density layout.

Specific variants

Avro RJX Series The RJX-70, RJX-85 and RJX-100 aircraft represented advanced variants of the Avro RJ Series. The RJX used Honeywell AS977 turbofans for greater efficiency (15% less fuel-burn, 17% increased range), quieter performance and 20% less maintenance costs. Druk Air of Bhutan placed orders for two RJX-85s, while British European placed orders for 12 RJX-100s. However, BAE Systems terminated the project in December 2001, having completed and flown only three aircraft - a prototype each of the RJX-85 and RJX-100, and a production RJX-100 for British European. BAE reached an agreement with Druk Air and British European in early 2002 in which the airlines agreed not to enforce their firm orders for the RJX. BAE explored the possibility of manufacturing 14 "hybrid" aircraft, however British European at least was unwilling to accept the risk of operating a unique type.

The termination of the RJX project marked the end of commercial airliner production in the United Kingdom although key components, such as wing manufacture for Airbus aircraft, remains in the United Kingdom.

Operators Avro RJ85 Civilian operators BAe 146: As of August 2006, a total of 158 BAE 146 aircraft (all variants) remain in airline service. Major operators include: Some 17 other airlines also operate smaller numbers of the type.Flight International, 3-9 October 2006

Avro RJ: As of August 2006, a total of 152 Avro RJ aircraft (all variants) also remain in airline service. Major operators include:



Some 12 other airlines also operate smaller numbers of the type.

Military operators

Incidents The BAe-146/Avro RJ has been involved in seven hull-loss accidents with a total of 216 fatalities. Aviation Safety Network - BAe 146

Specifications (BAe 146-200) {{aircraft specifications] ALF 502R-5|type of jet=turbofans]s and spoiler (aeronautics)s, and a large split Air brake (aircraft) mounted in the tail, the plane does not need reverse thrust at landing. Consequently, the four engines (supplied by the United States manufacturer Lycoming Engines) do not have this facility.

References

External links

Related content {{aircontent|related=|similar aircraft=|sequence= |see also=|lists=
--> {{Infobox Aircraft |name= BAe 146/Avro RJ |type=[Airliner |manufacturers=[British Aerospace[BAE Systems |image=Image:Buzz BAE 146-300.jpg |caption=[Buzz (airline) BAe 146-300 |designer= |first flight=[1981-09-03 |introduced=May 1983 |retired= |status=Active service |primary user= |more users= |produced=1978-2003 |number built=387 (Avro RJ: 166; BAe 146: 221) |unit cost= |variants with their own articles= -->]The BAe 146 is a medium-sized commercial aircraft which was manufactured in the United Kingdom by British Aerospace (which later became part of BAE Systems). Production ran from 1983 until 2002, switching to an improved version known as the Avro RJ in 1992. A further-improved version, the Avro RJX – with new engines – was announced in 1997, but only three prototypes were built before production ceased in late 2001. With 387 aircraft produced, the Avro RJ/BAe 146 program is the second most successful British civil jet to date.

The BAe 146/Avro RJ carries its four turbofan jet engines on a high wing above the fuselage (not below, or at mid-fuselage, as on most conventional civilian aircraft) and has a T-tail. The aircraft has STOL capabilities and very quiet operation; it has been marketed under the name Whisperjet. It sees wide usage at small city-based airports. In its primary role it serves as a regional jet, short-haul airliner or feederliner. The BAe 146/Avro RJ is in wide use among European airlines, such as Lufthansa and Brussels Airlines. The freight-carrying version has the designation "QT" (Quiet Trader), while a convertible version is designated "QC".

The BAe 146 comes in -100, -200 and -300 models. The equivalent Avro RJ versions are designated RJ70, RJ85, and RJ100.

History Hawker Siddeley carried out the original design in 1973 using the designation HS.146, but soon abandoned the project as a result of the world economic downturn resulting from the 1973 oil crisis. Low-key development proceeded, however, and in 1978 British Aerospace, Hawker Siddeley's corporate successor, re-launched the project. The name 146 comes from the original de Havilland design number, DH146, which was continued by Hawker Siddeley when the former became a subsidiary of the latter. The type name "Avro RJ" superseded "BAe 146" in 1993.

The BAe 146 received its Certificate of Airworthiness on 1983-02-08.

Higher thrust LF507 turbofan engines from Honeywell, housed in newly designed nacelles, replaced the original ALF-502 Lycoming engines. Production of this aircraft has ended, with the final four aircraft being delivered in October-November 2003. Many airlines are predicted to replace the Avro/BAe with the Airbus A320#A318, Bombardier Aerospace Bombardier Canadair Regional Jet#CRJ-700 or one of the Embraer E-Jets range.

The early aircraft were built at what was the original de Havilland factory at Hatfield, Hertfordshire. The Avro RJ family of aircraft was built at the BAE Systems Regional Aircraft Centre at the Woodford Aerodrome at Woodford, Cheshire in England. 166 Avro RJ aircraft were delivered between 1993 in aviation and 2002 in aviation.

The aircraft have proven to be useful on "high" density regional and short-haul routes. One of the main features of the BAe 146 that made it different from other regional aeroplanes is the fact that it features six-abreast seating which proves to be more comfortable than the more traditional four- or five-abreast seating of planes in its class. The plane is also renowned for its relatively low noise generation, a positive feature which won the hearts of many operators who wanted to fly in and out of noise stringent airports within cities.

Problems The ALF 502 turbofans were derived from Lycoming's helicopter turboshaft designs and suffered from some reliability problems. The internal electronics were prone to overheating which could trigger an automatic shutdown of an engine with no option of in-flight restarting, and certain rare atmospheric conditions caused loss of engine thrust due to internal icing.{{cite web|url=http://www.highbeam.com/library/docfree.asp?DOCID=1G1:62527181&ctrlInfo=Round19%3AMode19a%3ADocG%3AResult&ao= |title=UPDATE: Braathens have BAe 146 aircraft.|author=Airline Industry Information|accessdate=2006-04-30-->. In recent years, there have been cases where toxic fumes from engine oil have entered the air-conditioning system and entered the cockpit, adversely affecting the pilots. .

Models Avro RJ85 Bae 146 300 series wearing the colours of an Internet gaming Company. Glasgow International Airport. July 2006. BAe 146-100 and Avro RJ70: First flight of the -100 occurred on 3 September 1981, with deliveries commencing in 1983 in aviation. The launch customer in March 1983 was Dan-Air soon followed by the Royal Air Force's Royal Flight. The -100 migrated last to the Avro RJ standard development, with first deliveries of the RJ70 beginning in late 1993. The RJ70 differed from the 146-100 in having FADEC LF 507 engines and digital avionics. The RJ70 seats 70 passengers, 82 six abreast or 94 in high-density configuration.

BAe 146-200 and Avro RJ85: The 146-200 features a 2.41 m (7 ft 11 in) fuselage extension and reduced seat-distance costs. The -200 first flew in August 1982 in aviation and entered service six months later. The RJ85, the first RJ development of the BAe 146 family, features an improved cabin and the more efficient LF 507 s. Deliveries of the RJ85 began in April 1993. The RJ85 seats up to 112 passengers.

BAe 146-300 and Avro RJ100: Designers' initial proposals for the -300, the final development of the 146 product line, included a 3.2 m extension to the fuselage of the -200, more powerful engines and Wingtip device. However due to the requirements of airlines for higher efficiency rather than capacity the production 146-300 emerged as a 2.44 m stretch of the -200, without winglets or the proposed ALF 502R-7. Deliveries began in December 1988. The Avro version of the 146-300, the second such development of the 146 product line, became the RJ100. It shared the fuselage of the 146 version, but with interior, engine and avionics improvements. The most common configuration in the RJ100 seats 100 passengers. The RJ115 seats 116 as standard or up to a maximum of 128 in a high-density layout.

Specific variants

Avro RJX Series The RJX-70, RJX-85 and RJX-100 aircraft represented advanced variants of the Avro RJ Series. The RJX used Honeywell AS977 turbofans for greater efficiency (15% less fuel-burn, 17% increased range), quieter performance and 20% less maintenance costs. Druk Air of Bhutan placed orders for two RJX-85s, while British European placed orders for 12 RJX-100s. However, BAE Systems terminated the project in December 2001, having completed and flown only three aircraft - a prototype each of the RJX-85 and RJX-100, and a production RJX-100 for British European. BAE reached an agreement with Druk Air and British European in early 2002 in which the airlines agreed not to enforce their firm orders for the RJX. BAE explored the possibility of manufacturing 14 "hybrid" aircraft, however British European at least was unwilling to accept the risk of operating a unique type.

The termination of the RJX project marked the end of commercial airliner production in the United Kingdom although key components, such as wing manufacture for Airbus aircraft, remains in the United Kingdom.

Operators Avro RJ85 Civilian operators BAe 146: As of August 2006, a total of 158 BAE 146 aircraft (all variants) remain in airline service. Major operators include: Some 17 other airlines also operate smaller numbers of the type.Flight International, 3-9 October 2006

Avro RJ: As of August 2006, a total of 152 Avro RJ aircraft (all variants) also remain in airline service. Major operators include:



Some 12 other airlines also operate smaller numbers of the type.

Military operators

Incidents The BAe-146/Avro RJ has been involved in seven hull-loss accidents with a total of 216 fatalities. Aviation Safety Network - BAe 146

Specifications (BAe 146-200) {{aircraft specifications] ALF 502R-5|type of jet=turbofans]s and spoiler (aeronautics)s, and a large split Air brake (aircraft) mounted in the tail, the plane does not need reverse thrust at landing. Consequently, the four engines (supplied by the United States manufacturer Lycoming Engines) do not have this facility.

References

External links

Related content {{aircontent|related=|similar aircraft=|sequence= |see also=|lists=
-->

 

Bae 146



 
Copyright © 2008 Hintcenter.com - All rights reserved.
Home | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy
All Trademarks belong to their repective owners. Many aspects of this page are used under
commercial commons license from Yahoo!