As far as landing and take off performance are concerned remember most of the 146's ability to operate from short runways stem from the engine out climb performance. With one engine out the reduction in climb gradient is negligible, with any twin engine aircraft this is not the case. This is why take off is more limiting on runway 22 at BHD.
It is nice to see the Bus at BHD but in some respects it is PAIN IN THE BUTT. Ground handling is delaying the original customers-British Regional and British European. Also the airport terminal is congested due to the extra people travelling with BMI. BE and BRA are extremely unhappy with the current situation.
