N540GJ

This airframe, registered as N540GJ, is a Bombardier CRJ-550 (CL-600-2C11) completed in 2006 with manufacturer serial 10253. The aircraft is owned by SKYWEST AIRLINES INC, a corporation based in St George, UT, US, and carries a US registration. The type reflects a conversion/derivative of the CRJ700 family customized into a 50-seat regional configuration; this specific airframe’s factory and serial identifiers tie it to Bombardier Inc. production in the mid-2000s. Operated by SkyWest Airlines Inc from its St George base, the airframe’s registry and ownership history indicate continued commercial regional service without publicly noted major changes in title.

The cabin conforms to a typical United CRJ-550 layout of 10 First / 20 Economy Comfort / 20 Economy (50 seats), reflecting the aircraft’s role as a premium-capacity regional jet with a reduced overall seat count compared to standard CRJ700 variants. Avionics fit on this airframe is consistent with Rockwell Collins ProLine suites commonly installed on CRJ700-series examples, supporting modern regional operational requirements. With a mission profile defined by its 1,378 nm range and cruise of 447 kts, the aircraft is suited to short- to medium-haul domestic routes linking primary hubs and spoke markets. Maintenance considerations align with the CF34-8C5B1 powerplant family and Bombardier-era systems, with operator-level heavy checks and parts provisioning coordinated through SkyWest’s maintenance infrastructure in St George.

The Bombardier CRJ-550 (CL-600-2C11) occupies a niche for airlines seeking a premium 50-seat regional jet derived from the CRJ700 lineage, offering higher comfort and cabin differentiation versus standard 50-seat types. Competing models in regional networks include other 50-seat-class conversions and newer regional jets that emphasize improved economics; the CRJ-550’s CF34-8C5B1 engines and 41,000 ft ceiling provide competitive performance for short- to medium-range sectors. For buyers and lessors, resale and maintenance considerations focus on the aircraft’s conversion pedigree, engine maintenance cycles for the GE CF34 series, and avionics commonality with Rockwell Collins ProLine-equipped fleets.