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November 3, 2009
Canadian Bombardier Challenger 601-3A Aircraft
-   Engineered and assembled in Canada in1988 by Canadair (acquired by
Bombardier).
-   Aircraft size - length: 18 metres; wing span: 20 metres; tail width:
6 metres.
-   Accumulated 5,500 flying hours.
-   This donation from Imperial Oil includes all aircraft parts,
components, instruments and tools.
-   The Challenger aircraft will be used for training in the following
SAIT programs:
-  Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Technology
-  Avionics Technology
-  Aircraft Structures Technician
-   The Challenger aircraft has complex, advanced systems manufactured
and is used in today's aircraft industry. For example, the aircraft's
fuel, hydraulic, pressurization, pneumatic systems and turbo fan
engines are more current than anything presently used for teaching
purposes at SAIT. This aircraft also employs a pneumatic, cascade
thrust reverse system that is not included on any of SAIT's other
aircrafts.
-   The engine systems in the aircraft are unique and it will provide
students with the opportunity to see the differences between aircraft
and avionics manufacturers.
-   The state of the aircraft avionics and electrical systems provide a
modern "real world" experience in the line maintenance and function
testing of a "glass cockpit" system. The Challenger will now provide
SAIT students with exposure to modern collision avoidance, air
traffic control transponder, and navigation management technology
that is available on the aircraft.
-   This aircraft will enhance learning by allowing potential for:
-  Engine run-ups
-  Systems training
-  Routine servicing
-  Routine inspections
-  Engine servicing