Peterborough Airport-based Flying Colours Corp is seeing a resurgence in regional jet conversions. The global aviation services company has confirmed an agreement with a new charter operator client for a CRJ 200* regional airline conversion. The client anticipates using the aircraft to satisfy rising charger demand from corporate customers, sports teams and music group tours and to strengthen its portfolio at a time when business aircraft in high demand.
“Business aviation needs an influx of available aircraft and the airlines are looking to sell,” said Eric Gillespie, Flying Colours Corp, Executive VP. “The regional jet conversion provides an excellent choice for owners seeking a fully customised aircraft and we have seen more inquiries in the last six months than the last few years. We can adapt the design to specific budgets, while delivering an as new aircraft, inside and out, for a competitive fee. In a market where good aircraft are hard to find and new production aircraft waiting times are long, conversions provide an excellent solution for operators who want to quickly access aircraft.”
Once complete, the new refurbished corporate shuttle interior will feature 29 seats, with six business jet seats and a divan at the front of the cabin and a further 20 seats configures airline style at the aft of the cabin. Gogo Avance connectivity will keep travellers productive and entertained while flying. Further cabin comforts include storage at the front and rear of the cabin, as well as a forward galley and washroom at the back.
The aircraft exterior will feature a new fuselage paint scheme, which will be applied at Flying Colours’ Peterborough Airport facility.
