Superjet SSJ100 flies with new wingtips
Sukhoi Civil Aircraft (SCAC) has flown its Superjet SSJ100 regional jet for the first time with its new wingtip configuration. The tip extensions, dubbed “Saberlets” by the Russian manufacturer, were devised by SCAC and Russia’s Central Aerohydrodynamic Institute. The sabre-like configuration of the tips aims simultaneously to improve the SSJ100’s take-off and landing performance and decrease its fuel consumption by at least 3%. The anticipated improvement in take-off and landing characteristics will aid airlines operating the aircraft in hot-and-high conditions and into short runways. They are expected to be part of the configuration of SSJ100s operating into London City. Test flights of the aircraft into London City are taking place this month, with certification expected next year and entry into service in 2019. <br/>
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Superjet SSJ100 flies with new wingtips
Sukhoi Civil Aircraft (SCAC) has flown its Superjet SSJ100 regional jet for the first time with its new wingtip configuration. The tip extensions, dubbed “Saberlets” by the Russian manufacturer, were devised by SCAC and Russia’s Central Aerohydrodynamic Institute. The sabre-like configuration of the tips aims simultaneously to improve the SSJ100’s take-off and landing performance and decrease its fuel consumption by at least 3%. The anticipated improvement in take-off and landing characteristics will aid airlines operating the aircraft in hot-and-high conditions and into short runways. They are expected to be part of the configuration of SSJ100s operating into London City. Test flights of the aircraft into London City are taking place this month, with certification expected next year and entry into service in 2019. <br/>
