British Aerospace BAe 146
The Real Aircraft
The BAe 146 is a British short-haul regional airliner known for its exceptional short-field performance and quiet operation, earning it the nickname “Whisper Jet.” Its four high-bypass turbofan engines gave it unmatched capability from challenging airports.
Key Specifications:
- Manufacturer: British Aerospace
- First Flight: September 3, 1981
- Introduction: May 1983
- Type: Four-engine regional jet
- Engines: 4× Avco Lycoming ALF 502R-5 (6,970 lbf each)
- Cruise Speed: 767 km/h (414 kts)
- Range: 2,909 km (1,571 nmi)
- Passengers: 70-112
The BAe 146 could operate from airports where larger jets couldn’t go—London City, Florence, and countless others with short runways or noise restrictions. It was also adopted by the Royal Air Force and serves as The Queen’s Flight CC.2. Production ended in 1993, but many continue in service.
The Simulation
The Just Flight BAe 146 Professional is a comprehensive simulation of this unique regional jet.
Features:
- Three Variants: -100, -200, and -300 included
- Complete Systems: Custom-coded flight systems
- Four-Engine Operations: All engine management scenarios
- Steep Approaches: London City style steep approaches enabled
- Authentic Cockpit: Period analog/digital hybrid displays
- Extensive Liveries: Multiple airlines represented
- Compatible with MSFS 2020/2024
Developer: Just Flight
Developer
Just Flight has been creating quality add-ons since 1994.
See Also
- Just Flight RJ Professional - Modernized Avro RJ variant
- Just Flight Fokker F28 - Similar era regional jet