The 146 will give them useful jet capacity at a low lease cost, so the low cost of ownership will offset the cost of 4 engines. Speed is of little consequence on sectors of up to 2 hours, so it looks like a good move provided that they can get good engineering and sales support. The fact that the 146 and Avro RJ are out of production doesn't matter as there will be enough flying to keep BAe interested for a good few years yet. 4 engines are particulary useful in Africa as it allows any aircraft with an engine problem to be flown home for rectification. As long as they achieve good punctuality and have the interiors brought up to a high standard, the customers will be happy. East African civil aviation is booming , thanks to the successful development of Kenya Airways, the improvements in the pipeline for Nairobi's main airport and a number of vigorous smaller companies to snap at KQs heels and add to the range of destinations, frequencies and fares on offer. It is a pity that that West Africa can't get anywhere near it.