The Bombardier CRJ1000 is the largest regional jet in the CRJ family. It accommodates up to 104 passengers in a 2+2 cabin with no middle seat. It cruises at around 830 km/h and offers a range of approximately 3,000 km. The CRJ programme is now supported by MHI RJ Aviation, a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries.
For charter flights, we consider it for groups of 70 to 100 passengers travelling across France and Europe. It is particularly suitable for seminars, sports teams, delegations and event shuttles. At Artheau Aviation, we check the operator, aircraft configuration and baggage allowance before recommending it.
Passengers
Up to 104
97 in two classes, 100 in a single-class configuration.
Cruise speed
≈ 830 km/h
Mach 0.78 in normal cruise.
Range
≈ 3,000 km
Depending on payload and flight conditions.
Baggage hold volume
19.4 m³
Excluding cabin overhead storage.
A Bombardier CRJ1000 is chartered on a quotation basis. The price depends on flight time, aircraft positioning, airport charges and ground handling. Keeping the aircraft at the destination can also affect the final price.
For a group of around 100 passengers, one CRJ1000 avoids chartering two smaller aircraft. It may also be more suitable than a Boeing 737 or Airbus A321 when the group does not fill a 150-seat aircraft. We compare these options according to group size and distance.
To find out the price of your flight, request a quote. We contact operators flying the CRJ1000 and present the options available on your required dates.
The CRJ1000 meets a specific requirement: transporting around 100 passengers at jet speed without chartering a larger airliner.
With around 100 seats, it suits seminars, sports teams with staff and delegations. The entire group can travel together on one aircraft.
At around 830 km/h, it reduces flight time compared with a turboprop. This advantage becomes particularly useful on longer regional routes.
The 2+2 configuration gives every passenger either a window or an aisle seat.
Its size allows it to operate at many regional airports, subject to runway length and payload.
Its main limitation concerns baggage. The 19.4 m³ hold and cabin storage remain those of a regional jet. For groups carrying substantial baggage or equipment, we confirm the allowance with the operator or propose a larger aircraft.
The manufacturer states a range of 3,056 km with passengers calculated at 102 kg each, including baggage. This distance varies according to passenger numbers, baggage, regulatory fuel reserves and weather conditions. The operator therefore validates each route before we propose the aircraft.
Routes such as Lyon–Rome Fiumicino, around 720 km, Nantes–Madrid, around 760 km, or Paris-Orly–Lisbon, around 1,440 km, suit its capabilities.
Marseille–Marrakech, around 1,760 km, and Paris-CDG–Athens, around 2,110 km, remain within its range, subject to payload. Beyond these distances, an aircraft with greater range may become more suitable.
The CRJ1000 is the stretched version of the CRJ900. It is powered by two General Electric CF34-8C5A1 turbofan engines. The crew consists of two pilots and two to three cabin crew members.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Passengers | 97 (two classes) · 100 (single class) · 104 (maximum) |
| Crew | 2 pilots + 2 to 3 cabin crew |
| Maximum take-off weight | 38,995 to 41,640 kg |
| Engines | 2 × GE CF34-8C5A1 (60.6 kN at take-off) |
| Cruise speed | Mach 0.78 / 829 km/h (normal) · Mach 0.82 / 871 km/h (maximum) |
| Service ceiling | 12,497 m (41,000 ft) |
| Length / wingspan / height | 39.1 m / 26.2 m / 7.5 m |
| Cabin (length / width / height) | 23.60 m / 2.55 m / 1.89 m |
| Baggage hold volume | 19.4 m³ |
| Take-off / landing runway | ≈ 2,030 m / ≈ 1,750 m (maximum weight, sea level) |
Source: MHI RJ Aviation, CRJ1000 Fact Sheet. Reference figures may vary according to the aircraft and operator.
The CRJ1000 is certified to carry up to 104 passengers. According to the manufacturer, it accommodates 97 passengers in two classes or 100 in a single-class configuration.
The cabin has a 2+2 layout on either side of a central aisle. This configuration gives every passenger either a window or an aisle seat.
In Europe, the CRJ1000 is notably operated by Spanish airline Air Nostrum, which uses a 100-seat configuration. Other airlines and operators also fly the aircraft. We identify aircraft available for charter according to your dates.
The crew consists of two pilots and two to three cabin crew members. Onboard service, including meals and drinks, is arranged with the operator. We confirm the services included before the flight is confirmed.
Cabin overhead storage is smaller than on an Airbus A320 or Boeing 737. Standard cabin bags may therefore need to travel in the hold. For sports or technical equipment, we confirm the exact baggage allowance with the operator.
Most CRJ1000s available for charter have a single-class cabin with around 100 seats. Some aircraft also offer a business-class section at the front.
We provide the exact configuration of the proposed aircraft before your charter is confirmed.
| Charter mission | CRJ1000 suitability | Our analysis |
|---|---|---|
| Seminar or conference for 70 to 100 passengers in France or Europe | Suitable | One aircraft carries the entire group, with a schedule arranged around your programme (our group charter missions). |
| Sports team with staff and accompanying passengers | Suitable | Its capacity suits a complete delegation. We confirm the available space for equipment with the operator (sports charter). |
| Shuttles between several cities for an event | Suitable | Its speed allows several rotations during the same day on regional routes. |
| Flight of more than 2,500 km | To be assessed | The route approaches its range with a full group. A stop or larger aircraft may be required. |
| Group of fewer than 70 passengers | Often oversized | A CRJ900 or Embraer 170 provides a more suitable capacity. |
| Group of more than 100 passengers | Limited suitability | A Boeing 737 or Airbus A321 provides greater capacity. |
| Group with substantial baggage or equipment | To be assessed | The hold provides 19.4 m³. We confirm the available allowance or consider a cargo charter solution for the equipment. |
We consider the CRJ1000 for groups of 70 to 100 passengers travelling on regional or medium-haul flights. It allows the entire group to travel together on one aircraft at jet speed.
We check the operator and its certifications, together with the cabin configuration. We also confirm baggage allowances in the hold and cabin, as well as the services provided onboard.
At maximum weight, the CRJ1000 requires approximately 2,000 metres of runway. We check its performance at airports with shorter runways or higher elevations, together with available slots.
For fewer than 70 passengers, we compare the CRJ1000 with the CRJ900 or Embraer 170. Above 100 passengers, we consider the Boeing 737 or Airbus A321.
For shorter routes, an ATR 72 may also provide a more suitable solution.
For a fashion house, we organised a private Bombardier CRJ1000 flight between Paris and Milan during Fashion Week.
All guests had to travel together on the same aircraft, according to the schedule selected by the client.
A Bombardier CRJ1000, which carried all the guests on a single flight.
The flight was personalised for the event with specific catering, a customised welcome announcement and aircraft branding in the fashion house's colours. We coordinated these services with the operator, caterer and airports.
This example shows that a charter flight can become an integral part of an event.
Provide your dates, airports, passenger numbers and expected baggage. This information helps us determine whether the CRJ1000 is suitable for your charter.
We contact operators and check the aircraft, airports and route feasibility. We then present the available options.
Once the charter is confirmed, we organise each stage of the flight with the operator and airports until the group's return.
We do more than find an available aircraft. From your first request to landing, our teams coordinate every stage of your charter.
Your dedicated broker remains your main point of contact throughout your journey, from the initial request to your arrival.
We compare aircraft and certified operators to recommend the solution best suited to your itinerary, requirements and budget.
Once your flight is confirmed, our Flight Preparation team coordinates the operational details required for a smooth journey.
The team oversees flight logistics, ground handling, catering, passenger requirements and other arrangements before departure.
Every flight is operated by a certified aircraft operator holding the licences and approvals required for the mission.
We review operators, aircraft and operational requirements to check that each proposed solution meets our safety and compliance standards.
There is no fixed price. The cost depends on flight time, aircraft positioning, airport charges and any time spent on the ground. We prepare a quote after consulting operators for your dates.
The CRJ1000 can carry up to 104 passengers. In practice, reference configurations provide 100 seats in a single class or 97 in two classes.
Its normal cruise speed is around 830 km/h, or Mach 0.78. The manufacturer states a maximum cruise speed of 871 km/h, or Mach 0.82.
Its range is approximately 3,000 km, depending on payload and flight conditions. It is suitable for flights across France, Europe and to North Africa.
The CRJ1000 is a stretched version of the CRJ900. It provides around ten additional seats, with the same engine family and a cabin of similar width.
The CRJ1000 was designed and built by Bombardier. The CRJ programme is now supported by MHI RJ Aviation, a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries. This explains why the aircraft is sometimes associated with Mitsubishi in online searches.
Yes. Its capacity suits a team travelling with staff and accompanying passengers. We confirm the available space for baggage and sports equipment with the operator.
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