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Sukhoi Superjet 100

Sukhoi Superjet 100 is a new aircraft family allowing its passengers to experience the mainline level of comfort. The fuselage cross-section increases the aisle width up to 20.08”, offering optimal aisle height combined with five-abreast seat configuration. The height of the ceiling totals 83.46”, while each seat is 18.31” wide. The four-abreast seat configuration results in a true business class providing every passenger with the equal level of comfort. The passengers enjoy easy and comfortable access to overhead bins which comfortably swallow standard roll-aboard bags (IATA approved hand luggage; maximum 24"x16"x10"). SSJ100's spacious overhead bins can be perfectly suited for outer garments and coats (from raincoats to Alaska coats) regardless of the season or region. Super Technologies: The leading-edge technologies, being the core ingredient of the Sukhoi Superjet 100 Project, penetrate its every stage – from design and development to final assembly...

Sukhoi Aircraft Photos

 Missing Sukhoi airplane found An official said on Thursday morning that the Russian Sukhoi Super Jet 100 airplane that went missing on Wednesday afternoon had been spotted by one of the rescue helicopters. Atang Sanjaya Airbase spokesman Major Ali Umri Lubis told Metro TV that the airplane was found at 9:15 a.m. by the helicopter on a hill of Mt. Salak in Bogor, West Java, at the height of 5,500 feet above sea level. “However, I have not received reports on the details of the plane’s condition, “he said. The ill-fated Russian Sukhoi Superjet 100 went missing near Mt. Salak in West Java on Wednesday at around 2:50 p.m. As of midnight, search and rescue missions had not found any clues to the whereabouts of the missing plane, which was carrying 50 people on board. The airplane was on a “road show” in several Central and Southeast Asian countries to introduce the airplane by conducting demonstration flights.

Fueling Safety by Fred Quarles

Certain piston aircraft are particularly susceptible to mis-fueling incidents and you should be especially vigilant if you are flying one of these birds. Among them are the TURBO charged versions of many airplanes. In the desire to be the hottest thing going, manufacturers often labeled their aircraft "TURBO" or some such designation. And inadequately trained linemen thinking that these were kerosene burning jet airplanes of some sort often put JET FUEL where AVGAS should have gone. This created a lethal comgination for many unsuspecting pilots. The plane would start and apparently run ok, even enough for takeoff, but would start having engine detonation problems about the time the point of no return was reached on takeoff, causing a engine failure shortly after takeoff at low altitude, resulting in a fatal crash." This scenario has been repeated many times, usually with some pilot and passengers getting killed. Aero Commander aircraft seem to be parti...

About NetJets

Just as NetJets makes owning an aircraft more affordable, we also make operating one far, far easier. Flying across Europe and the Atlantic is fraught with logistical complexities. Planning flights, obtaining permissions, competing for available take-off and landing slots – a particular challenge in private aviation – and positioning an aircraft form the bare minimum of what’s needed to plan a flight. Additionally, aircraft maintenance, rostering, crew training and safety procedures all have to be managed. And at this point, you’re still on the ground. To ensure your flying is as hassle-free as possible, we employ a team of 500 operations experts – the largest and most experienced team in European private aviation. From our operations centre in Lisbon, they take care of every aspect of your flying, leaving you free to relax and focus on what you need to do at your destination. Our teams plan the best route for your flight, assign a crew and plan their travel, organise cate...