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"The powering on of the main electrical
distribution system on FTV1 was one of the most
exciting milestones so far in the CSeries
aircraft development program and will now allow
powering of all sub-systems and for the avionics
suite testing," said Rob Dewar, Vice President
and General Manager, CSeries, Bombardier
Commercial Aircraft.
"As well, the last significant test on the CAST
article − the down-bending test on the wing was
completed in late March, and we are thrilled
with the analysis and feedback from the team,
which allows progression to the next
experimental phase. These are all important
activities that will lead to the CSeries
aircraft's safety-of-flight permit."
"The build of the flight test vehicles, the
static airframe testing and the systems tests
are all advancing to schedule. We are very
satisfied with the CSeries aircraft's excellent
progress and weekly achievements as we advance
solidly towards first flight," added Mr. Dewar.
Designed for the growing 100- to 149-seat
market, the 100 per cent new CSeries aircraft
family combines advanced materials, leading-edge
technology and proven methods to meet commercial
airline requirements in 2013 and beyond. Powered
by Pratt & Whitney PurePower PW1500G engines,
the CSeries aircraft family will offer a 15* per
cent cash operating cost advantage and a 20* per
cent fuel burn advantage. With the extra
capacity seating option, the CS300 aircraft's
productivity further improves, offering airlines
an average of four per cent additional cash
operating cost advantage per seat.
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