Bombardier CRJ900
Last updated: 2026-04-21
The Bombardier CRJ900 is a 76-90 seat stretched variant of the CRJ family, sharing a common type rating with the CRJ200 and CRJ700 and operated by Lufthansa CityLine, SAS Scandinavian, and other European regionals. It is a workhorse of European EASA general-aviation training fleets, used at both DTO and ATO operators for hour-building and rating progression. undefined
What is the Bombardier CRJ900 used for in flight training?
CRJ900 qualification is typically issued as differences training from the CRJ200 or CRJ700, covering the stretched fuselage's performance data differences and modified emergency evacuation procedures. Lufthansa CityLine and SAS have historically used the CRJ900 as a step in pilot career progression from regional to mainline operations. The CRJ700/900 common type rating also covers the CRJ1000, providing maximum fleet flexibility within the Bombardier regional portfolio.