Going up against Embraer and Bombardier in the narrow-bodied sector, the MRJ is set to begin service in 2017.
Going up against Embraer and Bombardier in the narrow-bodied sector, the MRJ is set to begin service in 2017.
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Mitsubishi says the vision for the MRJ was to incorporate the most advanced bullet train technology in regional jets.
Mitsubishi says the vision for the MRJ was to incorporate the most advanced bullet train technology in regional jets.
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The plane will be available to airlines in 70- and 90-seat versions.
The plane will be available to airlines in 70- and 90-seat versions.
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Two Pratt & Whitney PW1200G engines will power the aircraft.
Two Pratt & Whitney PW1200G engines will power the aircraft.
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The launch event was held at Mitsubishi's Komaki Minami plant in Nagoya.
The launch event was held at Mitsubishi's Komaki Minami plant in Nagoya.
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Mitsubishi says six airline operators have more than 400 jets on order or with options to purchase.
Mitsubishi says six airline operators have more than 400 jets on order or with options to purchase.
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