Aircraft Type
CRJ-500 “Regional Connector”
The Bombardier CRJ-500 is a regional jet designed to provide efficient and comfortable transportation for short to medium-haul routes, offering airlines a versatile and economical regional aircraft solution.
IATACR5ManufacturerBombardierScore5.75/10StatusIn ProductionOperators2
Part of the successful Bombardier CRJ series that revolutionized regional jet travel by providing airlines with smaller, more efficient aircraft for connecting routes
The CRJ-500 represents an optimization between the CRJ-200 and CRJ-700, offering airlines a 'right-sized' regional jet for routes with moderate passenger demand
Cabin Environment
How the CRJ-500 affects jetlag recovery
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
36.2 m
Length
23.8 m
Wingspan
6.2 m
Height
Performance
2,700 km
Range
850 km/h
Cruise Speed
2× General Electric CF34
Engines
How It Compares
vs. Embraer E175
✓Potentially lower cabin noise level at 72 dB
✗Likely more established market presence and proven reliability
vs. Airbus A220-100
✓Possibly more compact regional jet design
✗Potentially larger passenger capacity and longer range
vs. Mitsubishi SpaceJet M90
✓Consistent cabin pressure and humidity control
✗Potentially more advanced regional jet technology