How is it the RJ compared to the 146?
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Hi there,
I am now strongly considering purchasing either the 146 or the RJ but the new update of the 146 is making me lean more towards the 146. I see that both aircraft are 2024 native and the RJ had a update in august. Anyways getting to the point, Are they both around the same level feature wise? Because i would rather buy the RJ as i already have the fokker and a bit more modern platform would be nice for a change.
Regards, Leon
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Yes, my experience with both is that they have the same systems depth.
The RJ may have EFIS, but don't let that fool you as there's no VNAV, only advisory VNAV (just like the real aircraft).
The RJ is much more hands-on than for example the 737NG.
Unlike the 146 it has autothrottle, but it won't select a thrust mode automatically like the 737NG would.
The procedures are old school just like with the 146 (lenghty procedures with loads of system tests).
So it's just a notch above a 146 with an EFIS retrofit.
If you want a more hands-on airplane with EFIS that still has a decent autopilot, the RJ is an excellent choice.
I prefer the RJ, but that's just my personal taste and not because the product is a better product than the 146.