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Some light reading on the Embraer 175 reveals that it has an identical thrust to weight ratio as the 195, despite having the baby brother engines. With the slightly smaller wings in the mix, yes it does require a longer take-off run, but not by much.
At MTOW, it is only slightly more than the 195 at just under 2300m. And that'll be with 9t of fuel on board, giving range in excess of 2500km...
Unless I'm missing something, I really don't see that we're going to have any significant issues in the main. All our routes are 1.5 hrs or less on that aircraft, so even with plenty of bums on seats, I don't see it being a significant issue.
At MTOW, it is only slightly more than the 195 at just under 2300m. And that'll be with 9t of fuel on board, giving range in excess of 2500km...
Unless I'm missing something, I really don't see that we're going to have any significant issues in the main. All our routes are 1.5 hrs or less on that aircraft, so even with plenty of bums on seats, I don't see it being a significant issue.
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That is all very well but I thought flybe were also intending to use the aircraft on some longer routes which do not have the demand for E195's and these were mostly from airports with shorter runways such as SOU. If the thrust-weight ratio is about the same as the E195's then how far can well-loaded E195's and E175's economically travel off of SOU's 1723m runway?
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SOU has been limiting for a lot of jets, for a long time now. The inherited EMB145 had performance penalty out of there, there was no way to go MTOW.
For short field performance, you're never going to beat a prop.
As I said, Flybe core routes are mostly 1.5 hrs or less. I can't see this being a huge issue.
For short field performance, you're never going to beat a prop.
As I said, Flybe core routes are mostly 1.5 hrs or less. I can't see this being a huge issue.
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Flybe are the UK's most punctual airline. Officially!!
Flybe claims top spot in CAA punctuality table - www.travelweekly.co.uk
I'm sure there will still be the odd smart arse who thinks calling them 'flymaybe' is witty and hilarious
Flybe claims top spot in CAA punctuality table - www.travelweekly.co.uk
I'm sure there will still be the odd smart arse who thinks calling them 'flymaybe' is witty and hilarious
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Thats quite an achievement seen as in 2005 we were delayed for 4 hours outbound and 6 hours inbound on SOU-ALC, however in 2008/2009 we used them to Palma(all for family holidays!) and they were pretty much perfect punctuality wise and also the E195 is easily the most comfortable and spacious short haul aircraft i've ever flown on. You cannot deny that they have come a long way as far as punctuality is concerned!
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I don't think the award would be off much comfort for flybe's BHX pax
today looking at the arrivals board.
I noted cancellations on Stuttgart, Glasgow, Jersey and Belfast.
Delays on Frankfurt (over three hours) this morning or should I
say mid afternoon. The 18.00 EDI + 2 hours, tonights FRA + 2 hours,
outbound GLA now just delayed.
Are these tech or weather delays/cancellations?
I notice the spare 195 has been used all week on the Frankfurt.
G-FLBG is not far off delivery I believe so is it aircraft shortage?
I think the 175 will get very welcome arms at BHX, just hope it will be
this year. Is there an update for the first delivery or is still heading
for late May with a June EIS date?
Pete
today looking at the arrivals board.
I noted cancellations on Stuttgart, Glasgow, Jersey and Belfast.
Delays on Frankfurt (over three hours) this morning or should I
say mid afternoon. The 18.00 EDI + 2 hours, tonights FRA + 2 hours,
outbound GLA now just delayed.
Are these tech or weather delays/cancellations?
I notice the spare 195 has been used all week on the Frankfurt.
G-FLBG is not far off delivery I believe so is it aircraft shortage?
I think the 175 will get very welcome arms at BHX, just hope it will be
this year. Is there an update for the first delivery or is still heading
for late May with a June EIS date?
Pete
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Yes BHX is still getting the E175 and I believe they will be going the German routes but not entirely sure. Will be August though I expect because the first jet is due in July and thats going straight up to INV.
Does anyone know what the chosen registrations are for the E175s?
Not sure on todays delays but 4 of the 7 arrivals tonight are early. One delay of 20 mins, one cancellation and the two hour delay on the FRA. Not all that bad but no idea what this afternoon was like.
Does anyone know what the chosen registrations are for the E175s?
Not sure on todays delays but 4 of the 7 arrivals tonight are early. One delay of 20 mins, one cancellation and the two hour delay on the FRA. Not all that bad but no idea what this afternoon was like.
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So no new 175 for Guernsey then..........?
Still on the Flybe website: "Flybe to launch its new jet aircraft on popular Guernsey route in spring 2011 Islanders will be first to benefit next year as Europe’s largest regional airline flies new E-175 jet on upgraded London Gatwick lifeline service
Flybe, Europe’s largest regional airline and the UK’s Number One Domestic carrier, has brought forward the delivery of the first of its 35 new 88-seat Embraer-175 jet aircraft to Spring 2011 to ensure Guernsey passengers are the first to enjoy the latest addition to its fleet on what will be an upgraded London Gatwick service.
The decision has been taken to satisfy the long-standing demand for the return of a jet service on this important route on which Flybe will offer up to eight convenient and affordable flights a day from the Island.
Mike Rutter, Flybe’s Chief Commercial Officer says: “We’ve pulled out all the stops with Embraer, our aircraft manufacturers, to bring forward the delivery of the first of our new E-175 jets so that we can base an aircraft in Guernsey. This means our Guernsey passengers can be the very first to benefit from our newly announced multi-billion pound investment with Embraer.
“We have long been aware of the demands for a regular jet service to and from London Gatwick from Guernsey. We pride ourselves on always listening and responding to our passengers’ business and leisure travel needs and this move is an important reflection of our determination in meeting those demands.”
The Embraer 175 jet offers comfortable 2x2 seating and is in line with Flybe’s product commitment of offering its passengers a minimum of 30” legroom. In addition, both the E-jet’s economic and environmental performance is in line with Flybe’s strategy of only operating A and B-rated eco-label aircraft and investment in lower emission new technology aircraft.
Adds Mr Rutter: “This is really exciting news both for Flybe and for Guernsey and we look forward to welcoming our very first Island passengers on board our first new aircraft next Spring. The combined benefit of our new jet equipment along with Flybe’s growing codeshares across Europe will allow passengers in Guernsey to use Flybe to connect to the world.”
Still on the Flybe website: "Flybe to launch its new jet aircraft on popular Guernsey route in spring 2011 Islanders will be first to benefit next year as Europe’s largest regional airline flies new E-175 jet on upgraded London Gatwick lifeline service
Flybe, Europe’s largest regional airline and the UK’s Number One Domestic carrier, has brought forward the delivery of the first of its 35 new 88-seat Embraer-175 jet aircraft to Spring 2011 to ensure Guernsey passengers are the first to enjoy the latest addition to its fleet on what will be an upgraded London Gatwick service.
The decision has been taken to satisfy the long-standing demand for the return of a jet service on this important route on which Flybe will offer up to eight convenient and affordable flights a day from the Island.
Mike Rutter, Flybe’s Chief Commercial Officer says: “We’ve pulled out all the stops with Embraer, our aircraft manufacturers, to bring forward the delivery of the first of our new E-175 jets so that we can base an aircraft in Guernsey. This means our Guernsey passengers can be the very first to benefit from our newly announced multi-billion pound investment with Embraer.
“We have long been aware of the demands for a regular jet service to and from London Gatwick from Guernsey. We pride ourselves on always listening and responding to our passengers’ business and leisure travel needs and this move is an important reflection of our determination in meeting those demands.”
The Embraer 175 jet offers comfortable 2x2 seating and is in line with Flybe’s product commitment of offering its passengers a minimum of 30” legroom. In addition, both the E-jet’s economic and environmental performance is in line with Flybe’s strategy of only operating A and B-rated eco-label aircraft and investment in lower emission new technology aircraft.
Adds Mr Rutter: “This is really exciting news both for Flybe and for Guernsey and we look forward to welcoming our very first Island passengers on board our first new aircraft next Spring. The combined benefit of our new jet equipment along with Flybe’s growing codeshares across Europe will allow passengers in Guernsey to use Flybe to connect to the world.”
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It may be worth asking the Guernsey government, I have a funny feeling the decision not to put the 175 in to GCI has some link to them. Be it the current legal battle over BEs service to Manchester or maybe a more direct link between the 175 operating abilities in to GCI and any improvements that might be required...........just words from the grape vine you understand and not based on facts as such. Makes for interesting speculation though
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Re today's FRA and STR:
Standby 195 used for morning FRA rotation, but some hours late, due a dead Dash I suppose.
Afternoon STR also operated by standby 195 due dead Dash. Whilst this was being organised, afternoon FRA Dash also died-possibly same Dash as earlier., so was decided to combine - BHX-STR-FRA-BHX. As UK not signitory to Schengen, on arrival STR all FRA pax had also to disembark, clear inbound and then reboard-further delay. Combined STR/FRA arrived BHX 2240L. Roll on those 175's.
Standby 195 used for morning FRA rotation, but some hours late, due a dead Dash I suppose.
Afternoon STR also operated by standby 195 due dead Dash. Whilst this was being organised, afternoon FRA Dash also died-possibly same Dash as earlier., so was decided to combine - BHX-STR-FRA-BHX. As UK not signitory to Schengen, on arrival STR all FRA pax had also to disembark, clear inbound and then reboard-further delay. Combined STR/FRA arrived BHX 2240L. Roll on those 175's.
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Dash 8's wfu.
Jethro's shows two Dash's G-JECS/T as withdrawn last weekend. This may contribute to any shortage of frames across the fleet right now. Does the S11 programme require two fewer aircraft? I know one will be saved now that LBA-LGW has finished.
According to G-INFO, these two a/c are owned by BE. Wonder if this a temporary storage move, if they have early disposals lined up for them, or maybe they are off to fulfill one of the long promised 'deals' in Europe, like the aborted Finnish tie up?
Clearly with 3 new Dash's to come very soon, and a steady flow of 175's later in the year, they need some sort of growth or they will have too many aircraft.
According to G-INFO, these two a/c are owned by BE. Wonder if this a temporary storage move, if they have early disposals lined up for them, or maybe they are off to fulfill one of the long promised 'deals' in Europe, like the aborted Finnish tie up?
Clearly with 3 new Dash's to come very soon, and a steady flow of 175's later in the year, they need some sort of growth or they will have too many aircraft.
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Cheers for the explanation at least all the pax got out and back, so all
in all not too bad with Jersey weather related (thanks macuser) and that
possibly caused the BE417 cancellation as it usually is the same aircraft?
The spare 195 was on the Stuttgart again tonight, amazing to have a jet
to come in at short notice (or pre-planned).
April sees a few one-off charters as at BHX, Tarbes, Perpignan & Venice.
Thanks for all the other replies re the 175.
Coffin Corner
I assume South Africa, as another blog mentions this country.
Pete
Cheers for the explanation at least all the pax got out and back, so all
in all not too bad with Jersey weather related (thanks macuser) and that
possibly caused the BE417 cancellation as it usually is the same aircraft?
The spare 195 was on the Stuttgart again tonight, amazing to have a jet
to come in at short notice (or pre-planned).
April sees a few one-off charters as at BHX, Tarbes, Perpignan & Venice.
Thanks for all the other replies re the 175.
Coffin Corner
I assume South Africa, as another blog mentions this country.
Pete
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It was said last night this a/c now going to the Deep south is this true or is it going in Service with Fly Be ??
As a matter of intrest only Why do the Aircraft (New) always seem to be delivered to BHX ?
Have a good night
As a matter of intrest only Why do the Aircraft (New) always seem to be delivered to BHX ?
Have a good night
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Learjet50, one assumes it is because (i believe) a lot of the maitenence on the Q400s are done in BHX, a bit like why BA's new 777-300 was delivered to CWL, even though its a LHR based machine..
On another note, did anything ever come out of the idea that Flybe would get rid of handling agents at airports and do everything themselves?
On another note, did anything ever come out of the idea that Flybe would get rid of handling agents at airports and do everything themselves?