Wednesday, February 4, 2009

Bombardier CRJ900





I've been asked for some photos of my plane, so here are a few. It's no 747, but it's a pretty sweet ride. A BIG step up from my little four seat piston twin. It can seat up to 90 people, but because of our contract with Northwest, we have them configured to 76 (64 coach and 12 first class). It can fly up to 41,000 feet, 0.83 Mach (547 mph), and 2,104 miles. I like it.

11 comments:

Shelley Stephens said...

AHHH!!! We're so excited for you and your family. I'm so glad you were able to find something. We're a little jealous but mostly really happy for you. Congratulations. That plane is awsome.

Amy said...

Sweet! I think that is the coolest thing. I couldn't imagine being a pilot of a plane like that (or any plane for that matter). Congrats again!

estinger said...

I JUST flew on this plane 4 times in the last 2 weeks. I even got upgraded to first class once! Maybe you were the pilot (except for probably not because I flew with delta). Maybe I should be a little more frightenend of flying knowing that you're behind the wheel :)

Emily said...

Wow....super impressive!!!!

Maga said...

Ditto what Emily said.
We're proud of you, Ben!!!

Maga said...

Ben, Stop it--you're making me homsick for the good old twin engine cabin! I would love to get in behind the wheel and take off. Would you move over please! Papa

Dane and Alicia said...

Dude, do you have any idea how much you are making me druel? That is so awesome that you are finally there flying. Sure hope it goes well. When your up to 41,000 feet next time, think of us (you can laugh and feel bad for us too) back here in Sanford!

Lu said...

This is so rad!! Congrats to you and your fam!! I love the pictures in uniform. Dax looks just as proud as his dad. :)

LATIMER FAMILY said...

Cool pics! The whole thing probably feels really good.

Jamie said...

Wow. I can't believe you fly that thing! Congrats! Congrats!

Mindy said...

Awesome! The plane looks brand new.