N817SK

The airframe bearing registration N817SK is a 2006-built regional jet of type Bombardier CRJ-900ER (CL-600-2D24), manufactured by Bombardier Inc. and assigned manufacturer serial number 15107. The aircraft is owned by SKYWEST AIRLINES INC, a corporate operator located in St George, UT, US, and is registered in the US civil registry. No public record of prior operators or notable registry actions beyond corporate ownership was provided; the airframe is presented in SkyWest’s high-density regional configuration and is maintained in line with operator fleet standards.

This specific CRJ-900ER is fitted in a High-density regional single-class layout (SkyWest 76-seat configuration) optimized for short- to medium-haul regional airline service. Avionics are listed as Collins ProLine (operator/variant dependent), reflecting typical operator-specific installations within the airframe family; exact variant and fitment are determined by the operator. With its twin CF34-8C5 engines and a cruise speed of 447 kts, the aircraft is routinely employed on high-frequency regional routes where quick turnaround and high seat density are prioritized. Maintenance and operational considerations correspond with standard CRJ-900ER practices under SkyWest’s fleet programs, including regional heavy checks, corrosion prevention for frequent short sectors, and avionics support tailored to the Collins ProLine suite where fitted.

The Bombardier CRJ-900ER (CL-600-2D24) occupies the regional jet niche for carriers requiring greater capacity than 50-seat regional jets while retaining runway performance suited to constrained airports. With a range of 1,593 nm and service ceiling of 41,000 ft, it competes with stretched regional types and smaller mainline narrowbodies in short- to medium-range markets. Demand is driven by regional carriers and wet-lease operators; resale and maintenance considerations hinge on engine life, configuration (notably high-density 76-seat layouts), and avionics standardization such as the Collins ProLine fit.