N918FJ
Bombardier CRJ-900ER (CL-600-2D24) (ER)
Bombardier Inc
4 Hours
Duration of Flight
1593 NM
Range
475 MPH
Max Speed
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Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2023-07-07| Date | From | To | Flight Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-08 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2023-03-25 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2022-03-07 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
AI Summary
Bombardier CRJ-900ER (CL-600-2D24) (ER)
Overview
Registered to MESA AIRLINES INC (Phoenix, AZ). Transport/Standard registry; Certificate issued 2004-11-01; Airworthiness date 2004-04-08; last FAA action 2023-07-07; registration expiration 2029-01-31. Mode S (hex) ACB4E9.
Specifications
- Engines: 2× GE CF34-8C5 (14250 lbf each)
- Range: 1593 nm
- Cruise: 447 kts
- Seats: 95
- Ceiling: 41000 ft
Operations & Cabin
Regional single-class/economy layout; operator-configured up to ~90–95 seats. This airframe reported config codes Y86 / C9Y70 in operator records. Typical CRJ-900 (NextGen options available; operator-specific seating/galley/cargo fit). Avionics: Collins Pro Line 4 (typical CRJ-900 fit)
Model & Market Context
This entry covers airframe N918FJ, a build year 2004 Bombardier CRJ-900ER (CL-600-2D24) with manufacturer serial number 15018. The aircraft is owned by corporation MESA AIRLINES INC of Phoenix, AZ, US and operates on the US registry as N918FJ; its operational base and operator records tie it to Mesa Airlines' regional network. Registered in the United States and maintained in line with regional carrier practice, the airframe's notable registry actions are limited in the available data; valuation and condition details are Not published. The airframe is representative of early CRJ-900ER production and retains its original manufacturer configuration and typical avionics fit for the model.
The cabin is configured in a regional single-class/economy layout and is operator-configured up to approximately 90–95 seats; operator records list configuration codes Y86 / C9Y70 for this airframe. Typical mission profiles for N918FJ under MESA AIRLINES INC are short- to medium-haul regional services where the CRJ-900ER's seating density and stage length align with feeder and thin trunk routes. Avionics for this specific CRJ-900ER conform to the typical fit of the type with a Collins Pro Line 4 suite, supporting common airline operational and navigation requirements. Maintenance considerations follow regional jet norms for the CF34-8C5 engines and airframe hours/cycle regimes used in high-frequency regional operations.
The Bombardier CRJ-900ER family occupies the regional jet niche between 70- to 100-seat class aircraft, offering improved range and capacity compared with smaller CRJ variants and tighter economics than larger narrowbodies. Competing types include Embraer E-Jets in similar seat counts and mission profiles. For buyers and lessors, CRJ-900ERs like N918FJ are valued for established operator fleets, but resale and redeployment considerations hinge on engine remaining life, cabin configuration (notably the high-density 95-seat layout), and compatibility with regional operator fleets. Maintenance and parts availability remain routine factors in secondary market pricing for this generation of CRJ-900ER airframes.
Aircraft Comparison
| Parameter | N918FJ | N100LA | N1038S |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serial Number (MSN) | 15018 | 9321 | 5782 |
| Year Manufactured | 2004 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Duration of Flight | 4 Hours | 11 Hours | 9 Hours |
| Range | 1593 NM | 5200 NM | 4045 NM |
| Max Speed | 475 MPH | 504 MPH | 470 MPH |
| Aircraft Class | Over 20,000lbs | Over 20,000lbs | Over 20,000lbs |
| Service Ceiling | 41000 ft | 51000 ft | 41000 ft |
| Max Passengers | 95 | 8 | 22 |
| Cabin Comfort | No items found. | No items found. | No items found. |