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A wholly owned subsidiary of American Airlines, PSA Airlines, plays a key role in connecting regional centers to major hubs. Their fleet includes the Bombardier CRJ900, a regional jet designed for short to medium-haul routes. Designed by Bombardier, the CRJ900 production has been sold to Mitsubishi Heavy Industries. It can accommodate between 76 to 90 passengers in a two-class layout. The CRJ900 is an extended version of the CRJ700, meant for routes where demand does not justify larger jets like the Airbus A320 or Boeing 737.
"The CRJ is one of the most fuel-efficient regional jet aircraft with modern avionics," according to a spokesperson. It is powered by two General Electric CF34-8C5 turbofan engines, ensuring efficient connectivity under the American Eagle brand at American Airlines' major hubs. PSA Airlines operates over 100 CRJ900s, split into First and Economy class.
The Bombardier CRJ, now under Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, was first introduced in 1991. The original CRJ100/200 began production in 1991, and the CRJ700's production started in 1999. The program was acquired by Mitsubishi in June 2020, with production ending in December 2020.
