N801AY

The airframe bearing tail number N801AY is a Bombardier CL-600-2B19 (Canadair Regional Jet CRJ-200) manufactured by Bombardier Inc. in 2004 with manufacturer serial number 8001. Ownership is recorded to SLATE CRJ ACQUISITIONS 1 LLC, a corporation based in Johnstown, PA, US, which appears as the registered owner of record for this airframe. The aircraft was reconfigured to a Y50 cabin layout in 2007, a notable modification in its operational history that reflects a shift to higher-density regional seating. Registry and condition highlights are limited to the supplied data, which identify the aircraft as a US-registered, fixed-wing multi-engine regional jet configured for 44–50 seats in high-density economy.

The aircraft is configured in a Y50 / 44–50-seat high-density regional economy layout (operator dependent) and was reconfigured to Y50 in 2007, indicating a focus on short-haul, high-frequency regional operations. Avionics fit is operator-dependent, with the Collins Pro Line suite commonly fitted; the supplied data cites Collins Pro Line as the avionics family typically installed. Typical mission profiles for this airframe include short to medium regional sectors within the aircraft’s 1,700 nm range and cruise at 424 kts, operated from regional bases consistent with its US registration. Maintenance considerations for this airframe reflect its two General Electric CF34-3B1 engines and CRJ-200 airframe lifecycle, with ownership by a corporate acquisition entity suggesting asset management or leasing use rather than direct airline operation.

The CL-600-2B19 (CRJ-200) occupies the regional jet performance niche for 44–55 seat markets, offering a ceiling of 41,000 ft and typical cruise speeds around 424 kts. Competing models in its segment include other regional jets sized for similar capacity; buyer and charter demand historically centers on regional carriers and leasing companies seeking economical short-haul capability. Resale and maintenance considerations for this specific airframe are influenced by its 2004 manufacture date, CF34-3B1 engines, the 2007 cabin reconfiguration, and commonality of Collins Pro Line avionics fits, all factors that affect entry into regional airline service or secondary market leasing.