SpiceJet has chosen fleets which allows for greater efficiency in maintenance, and supports the low-cost structure.
SpiceJet has opted for the new-generation Boeing 737-800s with winglets and Boeing 737-900ER. These aircraft allow for safe, comfortable and efficient flying and are ideally suited for short to medium-haul flights in Indian conditions. Bombardier Q400 designed for short haul routes, these aircrafts are known for their fuel efficiency and comfort. These new turboprop airliners are the next step in the continuing evolution of Indian aviation. The Q400 aircraft is the most technologically advance turboprop airliner.
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BOEING 737-900ER TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS |
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737-900 |
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Passengers Typical 1-class configuration |
212 |
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Cargo |
1,827 cu ft (51.7 cu m) 1,673 cu ft (47.3 cu m) w/aux. tank 1,585 cu ft (44.9 cu
m) w/2 aux. tanks
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Engines (maximum thrust) |
CFMI CFM56-7
27,300 lb |
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Maximum Fuel Capacity |
7,837 U.S. gal (29,660 L) (2 aux tanks) |
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Maximum Takeoff Weight |
187,700 lb (85,130 kg)
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Maximum Range |
3,200 nautical miles (5,925 km) - two-class layout, 2 aux. tanks 2,700 nautical
miles- one class layout
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Typical Cruise Speed (at 35,000 feet) |
0.78 Mach |
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Basic Dimensions |
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Wing Span |
112 ft 7 in (34.3 m) |
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With Winglets |
117 ft 5 in (35.7 m) |
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Overall Length |
138 ft 2 in (42.1 m)
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Tail Height |
41 ft 2 in (12.5 m)
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Interior Cabin Width |
11 ft 7 in (3.53 m) |
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Technical info and pictures of Boeing 737-800 |
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737-800 |
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Single class configuration
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189 Seats |
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Engines (maximum thrust) |
CFM56-7B24 (24,200 lbs) |
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Maximum Fuel Capacity |
26,020 Litres |
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Maximum Takeoff Weight |
70,987 kgs |
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Maximum Range |
3,060 nautical miles (5425 km) |
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Typical Cruise Speed (at 35,000 feet) |
0.785 Mach (850 kmph) |
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Basic Dimensions |
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Wing Span |
112 ft 7 in (34.3 m) |
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Overall Length |
129 ft 6 in (39.5 m) |
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Tail Height |
41 ft 2 in (12.5 m) |
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Interior Cabin Width |
11 ft 7 in (3.53 m) |
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Technical info and pictures of BOMBARDIER Q400 |
| Q400 |
| Configuration |
78 seats |
| Engines (maximum power) |
PWC PW150A (5071 SHP) |
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Maximum Fuel Capacity |
5318 Kg |
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Maximum Takeoff Weight |
29257 Kg |
| Maximum Range (74 PAX LRC) |
1013 Nm / 1878 Km |
| Typical Cruise Speed (at 20,000 ft) |
360 Knots (666.72 Km) |
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Basic Dimensions |
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Wing Span |
93ft 3in. (28.42m) |
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Overall Length |
107ft 9in. (32.83m) |
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Tail Height |
27ft 4in. (8.34m) |
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Interior Cabin Width |
8ft 2in. (2.49m) |