The Canadian company Bombardier was founded in the 50s of the last century. By the end of the century, the list of manufactured products featured many types of equipment, from trams to airplanes. The 90s were marked for the company by several important events.
Firstly, the corporation sold the shares of its land transport subsidiary, while the Bombardier family retained a majority stake. The second event took place in 1992 - a Boeing patent was purchased for the production of DHC series aircraft, better known as Dash 8. Finally, the Quiet (Quiet) system was created, the name of which was subsequently reduced to one first character. It is equipped only with Bombardier aircraft. Aircraft Q400 - a machine designed for short and medium distances, is a new development of the company. It is about her, her capabilities and advantages that today's review.
Description
Bombardier Dash 8 Q400 is a new, expanded version of the aircraft of the Canadian manufacturer Bombardier Aerospace. In the world of aircraft manufacturing, the company takes an honorable third place after such concerns as Boeing and Airbus. In Russia, the products of this manufacturer are not very well known. Until recently, Canadian aircraft used only one company that provides air services in the Sakhalin Oblast. However, from official sources it is known that it is likely to conclude an agreement on the production of these aircraft in Russia.
Unlike its counterparts, the Bombardier Q400 is a turboprop aircraft. Two motors are placed on the wings of the car. The extended version is capable of taking on board about 100 passengers, which is quite comparable with the Superjet 100 aircraft. At the same time, unlike the latter, Canadians developed an aircraft designed for one class. By design type, it refers to narrow-body aircraft.
In addition to the main model, the company produces several modifications, including passenger, cargo and even military versions. At the same time, there are orders for a special naval version for other countries. At the same time, there is not much difference in the names of the modifications.
Features
The Bombardier Q400 got some interesting features. The first and cardinal is, of course, the type of motors. In most airlines, jet aircraft "serve". On the other hand, a screw will be cheaper both in maintenance and, possibly, in production.
The second feature of the aircraft can be called a passenger cabin. Compared with other passenger airliners, this is a business class aircraft. In all rows there are 4 seats, a pair on each side of the aisle. Using the same comparison, you can see that there are no places B and E.
The next thing that can be noted is that the wings are attached to the top of the fuselage, due to which the entire body is located lower than that of most counterparts, thanks to this the plane received its own gangway on the front left door.
The presence of such a part, as well as the fact that the Bombardier Q400 can use unpaved strips for take-off / landing, allows it to be used at small airports.
Interior layout
Consider a typical cabin layout for this aircraft. Since it is not often seen at Russian airports, for example, take an airplane from Air Canada. Canadians mark places on portholes in the same way as in other companies.
Since there are standard doors on the starboard side, the first row has only two seats on the left side. These places will be a great choice - there is a large legroom in front, no one will lean back on you, and at the same time, the nearest partition is far enough away - the feeling that you are looking at the wall will not arise. Passengers occupying seats D and F of the second row will have the same amenities.
It may not be very convenient for passengers of the 19th row (last). There is a second exit behind the backs, therefore, most likely, they cannot be thrown back. Some passengers may experience some discomfort at the windows from the 10th to the 14th row. The location of the wings prevents fans from looking out the window during the flight. In addition, in this model, the motors are located on the wings, and, despite the sound absorption systems used in these aircraft, it can be a little noisy.
Sometimes in the models of other airlines there is a different layout, but in any case it is worth bearing in mind that this aircraft has turboprop engines. Therefore, people sitting at the porthole in the middle rows will be slightly noisy, and besides, little is seen. As in other liners, the seats at the very beginning of the cabin are the most convenient, and at the end of the aircraft there will be unfortunate seats.
Technical details
Well, for a complete understanding - a little about the technical parameters. Bombardier Dash Q400, as it is called aircraft mechanics, has the following flight capabilities:
- cruising speed - 667 km / h;
- maximum - 910 km / h;
- ceiling - 8000 m;
- flight range - 2,500 km;
- runway length (both for takeoff and landing) - 1400 m;
- fuel supply - 6 500 l;
- take-off weight (no more) - 29 250 kg, landing (no more) - 28 000 kg.
Model Description:
- length - 32.8 m;
- height - 8.3 m;
- fuselage diameter - 2.69 m;
- wing area - 63 sq.m;
- wingspan - 56 m;
- the width of the cabin - 2.03 m;
- the length of the cabin is 18.9 m.
Conclusion
We reviewed the Bombardier Q400, which, although relatively new, looks outdated because it uses screws instead of jet thrust. Nevertheless, he is quite capable of competing with the new development of Russia, namely with the Superjet 100, created in the KB Sukhoi Civil Aircraft.