British Aerospace 146-200
BAe 146 / Avro RJ family · First flight 1981 · Out of production
The British Aerospace 146-200 is a British Aerospace commercial airliner that entered service in 1983, typically seating 85 to 100 passengers. It cruises at Mach 0.70 (465 mph, 747 km/h) on four lycoming alf 502 turbofans, with a published range of 1,970 nautical miles (3,650 km). Today it is flown by carriers including Dan-Air, Ansett Australia, Air Wisconsin.
Specifications sourced from manufacturer and published type data. Fleet and operator data as of June 2026.
Specifications
- First flight
- 1981
- Entered service
- 1983
- Status
- Out of production
- Production ended
- 2001
- Typical capacity
- 85 to 100
- Range
- 1,970 nautical miles (3,650 km)
- Cruise speed
- Mach 0.70 (465 mph, 747 km/h)
- Length
- 28.55 m (93 ft 8 in)
- Wingspan
- 26.34 m (86 ft 5 in)
- Engines
- Four Lycoming ALF 502 turbofans
Airlines that fly the British Aerospace 146-200
- Dan-Air
- Ansett Australia
- Air Wisconsin
- Pacific Southwest Airlines
- QantasLink
- Mahan Air
Frequently asked about the British Aerospace 146-200
When did the British Aerospace 146-200 enter service?
The British Aerospace 146-200 first flew in 1981 and entered commercial service in 1983.
What is the range of the British Aerospace 146-200?
The British Aerospace 146-200 has a published range of 1,970 nautical miles (3,650 km), powered by Four Lycoming ALF 502 turbofans.
How many passengers does the British Aerospace 146-200 carry?
Typical seating is 85 to 100 in a two- or three-class layout. Dense single-class configurations can fit more; ultra-long-haul airlines often fly fewer.
Is the British Aerospace 146-200 still in production?
Production ended in 2001. Out of production. Passenger examples continue to fly with airlines worldwide until they reach their operating life or are retired for fleet-renewal reasons.
Which airlines operate the British Aerospace 146-200?
Major operators include Dan-Air, Ansett Australia, Air Wisconsin, among others.
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