airliner Fokker-100 is a medium-range passenger aircraft, which was developed by the same company from the Netherlands.In Europe, this model is one of the most common.It is designed for flight to the small and medium distances, so is widely used for regular transportation between European cities.To explain the popularity of this great airliner can be cost-effective operation and small dimensions.
start of production in November 1983 officially launched the process of designing a model Fokker-100.Reviews of representatives of companies that previously used aircraft from the manufacturer, showed that the main requirement for the new product was to reduce fuel consumption.In this regard, engineers have improved by use of highly effective wing airfoil in its construction.This idea has significantly increase the cruising characteristics of the machine.
In 1987, the Fokker-100 aircraft has passed mandatory certification in the Netherlands, and two years later - in the United States.An interesting fact is that because of this model, a leading American manufacturer "Boeing" was forced to abandon its own ship, designed to carry 100 people.The fact that the leading US airlines made their choice is in favor of the Dutch aircraft regular supply of which began in the US in February 1988.
Historical information
projected airliner originally designated as 28 Super F-.By design scheme and it strongly resembled the F-28 Fellowship.In addition, he addressed the issue of borrowing some solutions for version F-29.In this case, we are talking about the location of engines under the wings on the pylons.Whatever it was, the designers settled on the tail section of the fuselage arrangement.As a result, it is possible to make better use of all the advantages of the developed wing.With this flight, and he became more quiet and calm.The development was attended by representatives of the British company "Short" and German company "Deutsche Aerospace."The first flight tests of new products were produced at the end of November 1986.
After Fokker-100 has passed certification on its base was developed by 70-seater modification, which is called - Fokker-70.Some time later, the engineers have also begun to create a version with lengthened fuselage and more powerful engines.The project is called the Fokker-130.This airplane was designed to ensure the transportation of passengers in an amount of from 116 to 137. In addition, the airline companies have had the opportunity to buy and utility model Fokker-100QC, which was able to carry up to eleven brands of containers LD3.
management systems and safety
airliner Fokker-100 boasts a high level of reliability and compliance with existing standards in terms of safety.This is achieved through the use of high-quality equipment.In particular, there is a complex set of digital avionics grade EFIS, which is produced by the American company "Collins."It complies with the ARINC 700. All the information related to the parameters of the flight operation of the engine and the rest of on-board systems in the model is displayed on the six color monitors located in the cockpit.Besides, Fokker-100 is equipped with the system diagnosis of the condition of all systems.
Features
Each plane uses two turbojet engines from Rolls-Royce's brand Tay Mk.620 or Tay Mk.650-15.The strength of the thrust of each of them is at 6290 kg and 6850 kg respectively.Cruising speed of this model is set at 855 km / h and range of flight, provided the maximum load - 2390 kilometers.The total length of the airplane is equal to 35.5 meters and a wingspan - 28.8 m. Take-off load of the machine is 45 810 tonnes.
Cabin Features
Absolutely all the seats in the cabin have a width of 43 centimeters.With regard to the distance between the rows, it is similar to most models of economy class.It should be noted that it is much more comfortable to sit on the left side Fokker-100.Driving cabin, located below, is a case in point.As seen in the photograph, this side of the two sections, while the right - three.
first series is characterized by having more space, which is associated with a certain distance from the partition.In addition, it is considered to be an advantage and that the front seat occupant does not toss ago back in his chair.However, there is also a drawback associated with the close placement of the galley.Due to the location near the emergency exits, seat backs eleventh and twelfth number blocked.Towards the tail section heard a loud noise of the engines.About any convenience for passengers seated in the last (22 th) row, to speak in general not necessary.The fact that, in addition, the seatbacks here abut the wall of the toilet.However, as noted above, these airliners fly at not very great distances, so disruption will not last long.With regard to the most comfortable seats, they are in the fourteenth row.
