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SWISS converts 10 firm CS100s to larger CS300 aircraft
Bombardier has announced that launch operator SWISS has converted 10 of its 30 firm-ordered CS100 aircraft to the larger CS300 aircraft. The original purchase agreement for 30 CS100 aircraft was signed by Deutsche Lufthansa AG on SWISS' behalf and announced in 2009.
June 15, 2015 By Bombardier
“With its size and its low operating costs, the CS300 aircraft ideally complements the CS100 aircraft and the rest of our European fleet,” said Harry Hohmeister, chief executive officer, SWISS. “With both versions of the new C Series family of aircraft in our ranks, we can be highly flexible in tailoring capacity to demand on our European routes.”
“We congratulate SWISS on its decision to add the larger CS300 aircraft to its fleet,” said Fred Cromer, president, Bombardier Commercial Aircraft. “This addition exemplifies the benefits of operating a family of aircraft – the CS100 aircraft provides the extraordinary field performance needed for operations at some very challenging airports, while the CS300 aircraft provides outstanding economics.”
The C Series family of aircraft, representing the fusion of performance and technology, is a 100 per cent all-new design that offers operators potential savings of between US$7.5 to 12 million per aircraft.
The aircraft are delivering more than a 20 per cent fuel burn advantage compared to in-production aircraft, and a greater than 10 per cent advantage compared to re-engined aircraft.
In addition to delivering best-in-class economics with the C Series aircraft, Bombardier has placed considerable emphasis on cabin design to ensure an excellent passenger experience. The C Series aircraft’s larger seats, overhead bins and windows create a widebody feel that offers passengers unparalleled comfort.
The CS100 and CS300 aircraft have more than 95 per cent parts commonality, as well as the same type rating. The groundbreaking Pratt & Whitney PurePower(R) PW1500G engine, combined with advanced aerodynamics, delivers reduced fuel burn, noise and emissions, increasing the aircraft’s environmental and social compatibility.
By focusing on the 100- to 150-seat market segment, Bombardier has designed the CSeries aircraft to deliver unparalleled economic advantage to operators and to open up new opportunities for single-aisle aircraft operations.
Bombardier has booked orders and commitments for 603 CSeries aircraft, which include firm orders for 243.
