Bombardier C Series SWISS adds Luxembourg to its Bombardier C Series destination portfolio.
From now on the “whisperjet” adds Luxembourg to its destination portfolio; hence the first flight on 18.12.2016 was celebrated at Luxembourg Airport. The new Bombardier C Series will gradually replace the present Avro RJ100s on SWISS’s short- and medium-haul routes. Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) became the first airline in the world to operate the new Bombardier C Series with its first commercial flight from Zürich to Paris Charles de Gaulle earlier in 2016.
The new Bombardier CS100, with flight number LX 75 arrived in LUX Sunday morning at 10:00. The new short- and medium-haul aircraft has also been dubbed the “whisperjet” for its low noise emissions.
The first Bombardier C Series arrival in Luxembourg was duly celebrated at the gate before its departure to Zurich. Senior Director Sales France and Benelux Mr. Michael Gloor stated that both the airline and the airport benefit the economics and environmental credentials of the Bombardier CS100. “Related to comparable aircraft types it is 10-15 decibels quieter and the fuel consumption and its carbon dioxide emissions have been reduced up to 25%”, he added.
René Steinhaus, Commercial Director of lux-Airport stated: “All airlines flying at Luxembourg Airport are always operating aircraft of the newest technology. We are very pleased to see today the generation change from the Avro jet to the C Series, which is 50% quieter and is reducing emissions.
After the official part of the ceremony the passengers could enjoy a festive breakfast with Luxembourg Crémant before boarding flight LX751.
Gradual replacement of the Avro RJ100 fleet by July 2017
SWISS has ordered 30 Bombardier C Series aircraft in all – 15 CS100s and 15 of the bigger CS300. The new aircraft will primarily replace the present SWISS Avro RJ100s until mid-2017.
Luxembourg is among the first SWISS destinations to receive Bombardier CS100 service with Paris Charles de Gaulle, Manchester, Prague, Budapest, Warsaw and Brussels . Further European cities currently served with Avro RJ100 equipment will switch to C Series operation with each successive delivery.
In SWISS configuration the Bombardier CS100 will seat 125 passengers. With its advanced engine technology, systems and construction materials the new twinjet sets new benchmarks in comfort, economic and ecological terms.
The cabin interior features large and closely-spaced windows that let in more daylight and give the cabin a very spacious feel. The innovative seat from manufacturer ZIM boasts a special design that includes a single central table support, providing optimum comfort and more legroom with the same seat pitch. The overhead bins offer ample room for passengers’ carry-on baggage. And the state-of-the-art cockpit and the ergonomically conceived galley, which were both developed in close collaboration between Bombardier and SWISS, have been specifically designed to meet crew wishes and needs.
Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) is Switzerland’s national airline, serving 102 destinations in 46 countries from Zurich and Geneva and carrying more than 16 million passengers a year with its 94-aircraft fleet. The company’s Swiss WorldCargo division provides a comprehensive range of airport-to-airport airfreight services for high-value and care-intensive logistic solutions to around 130 destinations in over 80 countries. As the airline of Switzerland, SWISS embodies the country’s traditional values, and is committed to delivering the highest product and service quality. With its workforce of 8,564 personnel, SWISS generated total operating income of CHF 5 billion in 2015. SWISS is part of the Lufthansa Group, and is also a member of Star Alliance, the world’s biggest airline grouping.
