The 146 SERIES 200A is part of a family of four-engine regional jet airliners, originally developed by British Aerospace, represented here by the manufacturer “Systems.” The aircraft series first flew in the early 1980s, designed for short-haul operations and notable for its high-wing design and quiet operation, often earning it the nickname “Whisperjet.”
Manufacturing history saw the series introduced with the Model 200A, gaining popularity for its ability to operate from smaller airports with restrictive noise requirements. This aircraft found particular use with carriers like Ansett New Zealand, which introduced the model in 1988 under FAA Type Certificate A49EU before conversion to the Model 200 under UK CAA certification.
Access and maintenance around this aircraft benefit from a range of specialized products. Platforms such as Reach Deck, Modular Stepover Platforms, and Super Trestle Scaffold facilitate detailed maintenance tasks across various sections. For instance, platforms are invaluable for access to the Nose Section (Windshield & Cockpit, Avionics), Forward Fuselage (Cabin Access, Main Entry Door), and the Tail Section (Vertical and Horizontal Stabilisers).
Furthermore, solutions like the Super Service Stand, Easyraise, and Cantilever Platform provide effective reach for the Wing & Engine Pylon areas (Engine inlets, exhausts, and fan sections), as well as the Middle Fuselage (Wing Box and Fuel Tanks). Specialized chocks and cone trolleys manage securing the aircraft during operations. The Branach Fibreglass Platform and Platform Ladder Warthog ensure technicians can work safely and efficiently around all parts of the aircraft, including the AFT Fuselage and Landing Gear.
