- The BAE-146 aircraft was manufactured in the United Kingdom by British Aerospace (which later became part of BAE Systems). It is a high-wing aircraft with very short runway requirements, which makes it particularly suited for landing and take-off in Antarctica.
The flight to Antarctica takes approximately 2 hours, depending on weather conditions.
| MODEL: | BAE 146-200 |
|---|---|
| ENGINES: | 4 turbofans Honeywell ALF 502R-5 |
| CAPACITY: | 71 passengers (16 in Preferred Seats) |
| WINGSPAN: | 86 ft 5 in (26,34 m) |
| CRUISE SPEED: | 465 mph (750 km/h) |
| SERVICE CEILING: | 31,200 ft (9,500 m) |
