Bombardier CRJ900

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25 Feb 2026 · © Unknown

N916PQ is operated by SkyWest Airlines for Delta Connection. The CRJ900 is a staple of American regional aviation.

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Aircraft

CRJ900 CRJ9

Delta Connection (standard livery)

N916PQ

Registration

Airline

Delta Connection

SKW (SkyWest Airlines, the operator for this registration) / OO

Manufacturer

Bombardier

Achievements

Winglet Watcher

Badge earned

Insights

Aviation History

The CRJ900 is a stretched version of the original CRJ200 and serves as a key regional jet for North American airlines from the 2000s onward.

Fleet Rarity

Common regional jet in North America, particularly in Delta Connection's fleet.

Record Flights

Typical for short to medium North American routes; not known for record flights.

Safety & Events

Generally has a good safety record; notable for being a backbone of U.S. regional feeder fleets.

Future Outlook

Still flying, but being gradually replaced by newer regional jets like the Embraer E175.

Specifications

General Electric CF34-8C5

Engine

24.85 m

Wingspan

36.2 m

Length

2,832 km

Range

828 km/h

Speed

76-90 passengers

Capacity

38,328 kg

MTOW

7.51 m

Height

13,360 lbf (59.4 kN)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, typical approach noise ~85 dB

Noise