Overview
The ARJ21 (Advanced Regional Jet) was China's first jet airliner to enter regular service, with Chengdu Airlines in 2016 after a long development. It seats about 78–90 passengers and uses two rear-mounted GE CF34 engines, a layout reminiscent of the DC-9 and MD-80.
In 2024 COMAC renamed it the C909 to match its larger C919. Most operate with Chinese airlines, and Indonesia's TransNusa became the first foreign operator. Specifications are for the standard ARJ21-700.
Specifications
Dimensions
| Length | 33.46 m |
|---|---|
| Wingspan | 27.29 m |
| Height | 8.44 m |
| Wing area | 79.9 m² |
Weights & fuel
| Max. take-off weight | 43,500 kg |
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Performance
| Cruise speed | 828 km/h |
|---|---|
| Max. Mach | Mach 0.82 |
| Range | 2,225 km |
| Service ceiling | 11,900 m |
Crew & capacity
| Crew | 2 |
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| Seats (typical) | 78 |
| Seats (max.) | 90 |
Powerplant
| Engines | 2 |
|---|---|
| Engine model | General Electric CF34-10A |
| Thrust (each) | 75.9 kN |
Figures are compiled from public sources and may be approximate; they can vary by variant and configuration.
Photos
Photo 1: Mike-tango / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0
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