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The 'Tupolev Tu-204' is a twin-engined medium range Russian airliner capable of carrying 212 passengers. First introduced in 1989, it is considered to be broadly equivalent to the Boeing 757. It was developed for Aeroflot as a replacement for the medium range Tupolev Tu-154 trijet.
Design features
Tu-204 was designed as a modern family of aircraft incorporating passenger, cargo, combi and quick-change variations. It is characterized by low operational cost, low noise level, and low fuel consumption. The Tupolev Tu-204 can be powered by either Aviadvigatel PS-90 or Rolls Royce RB.211 engines. It is produced at two of the largest Russian aircraft manufacturing plants in Ulianovsk and Kazan.
The Tu-204 cabin comes in several layouts, including the baseline single-class layout sitting 210 passengers; a two- or three-class layout designed for 164-193 passengers, as per customer request. A cargo version of Tu-204 is being successfully operated by several airlines in Europe and Egypt.
Both coach and business class compartments are provided with passenger seats of improved design with 3+3 and 2+2 seating arrangements, respectively. The business class cabin has a seat pitch of 810 mm. Passenger cabin can be divided into compartments according to class with removable bulkheads and curtains. Compartments are illuminated by reflected light. Hidden luminescence lights located over and under overhead bins along sides create uniform and comfortable illumination. Overhead bins for passenger baggage and coats are of closed type. Volume of baggage overhead bins per one passenger makes 0.052 m³.
In 1994, the first certificate for Tu-204 aircraft (with PS-90A engines) was issued. Subsequently issued certificates have extended estimated operational conditions and improvemed overall aircraft type design. The Tu-204-120 variant, certified with Rolls-Royce RB211-535E4 engines, complies with noise regulations described in Chapter 3 of Supplement 16 to ICAO, hence meeting all current European and ICAO requirements. It is currently undergoing the certification process with JAA.
The aircraft was certified to Russian standards AP-25 (harmonized with FAR-25 and JAR-25).
Technology
It is the first of the new generation Russian airliners, the other being the
Ilyushin Il-96. It features many technological innovations such as:
★ Fly-by-wire
★ Glass cockpit, available in both Russian and western varieties
★ Advanced supercritical wings fitted with winglets
★ Advanced western avionics
★ The first to use western engines, Rolls-Royce RB211-535
Variants
Tu-204/204C
The 'Tu-204' is the basic passenger airline model, and the 'Tu-204C' is the basic freight or cargo model.
Tu-204-100/200
Tu 204-100.
This is the initial version, powered by Soloviev (now
Aviadvigatel) PS90 turbofan with thrust of 157 kN (35,300 lbf). It uses Russian powerplants and avionics. It was certified in January, 1995. The 'Tu-204-200' is a heavier version with extra fuel for more range. Only one has been built by Aviastar-SP in Ulyanovsk but not yet delivered (RA64036). Now this version is only produced by KAPO in Kazan and marketed under the designation Tu-214. The 'Tu-204-100C' and 'Tu-204-200C' are the cargo versions of the -100 and -200 respectively, fitted with forward main deck freight door. Currently the Tu-204-100/200 is offered with the option of uprated Aviadvigatel PS90-A2 turbofan, which promises 40% longer period between overhauls.
The Tu-204-100 has a maximum take-off weight of 103 metric tons and range with
196 passenger in 2-class configuration is 2,500 nautical miles (4,600 km).
Tu-204-120/220
In order to broaden the product appeal, the 'Tu-204-120/220' features western
avionics and engines. It is powered by 2 Rolls-Royce RB211-535 engines each with thrust of 43,100 lbf (192 kN). Cairo Aviation of Egypt became the launch operator when it took delivery of a Tu-204-120 and its cargo version the 'Tu-120C', in November 1998. The Tu-204-220 and 'Tu-220C', cargo version, is a higher gross weight variant of the basic Tu-204-120.
The Tu-204-120 has a maximum take-off weight of 103 metric tons and range with
196 passenger in 2-class configuration is 2,500 nautical miles (4,600 km).
Tu-204-300
It is a shortened, longer range and more efficient derivative of the Tu-204. It is about 20 ft (6 m) shorter than the basic Tu-204. It is available in 2 version; the longer ranged heavier version powered by Aviadvigatel PS90-A2 turbofan has a maximum take-off weight of 103 metric tons and range with 166 passengers increases to 5,000 nautical miles (9,300 km) and the lighter shorter ranged version with a maximum take-off weight of 89 metric tons and range with 166 passengers is 1,900 nautical miles (3,500 km). Russian airline Vladivostok Air is the launch customer. This airline's planes are at two-class seating of 142 passengers.
Tu-204-500
This is a version of Tu-204-300 optimized for shorter routes, featuring smaller wings, increasing cruising speed to Mach 0.84, making it a competitor to Next Generation Boeing 737. It is ETOPS rated and fitted with Honeywell 331-200ER APU.
Tu-206 and Tu-216
These variants are company-funded testbeds for alternative fuels, the 'Tu-206' flying on liquefied natural gas and the 'Tu-216' on hydrogen.
Tu-214
Tu-214 is also a variation of Tu-204. It is technically a Tu-204-200 (see above).
One of the differences is being produced in a different factory. Both factories are independent from Tupolev design bureau and have some say in the design of the variation they produce. Planes designated Tu-204 are produced in Ulyanovsk by Aviastar-SP, and these designated Tu-214 in Kazan by KAPO.
Main difference is full size main door at the left side of the fuselage just before the wing. Regular Tu-204 has two main doors and 2 emergency doors, Tu-214 has 3 doors and one emergency door.
In June 2007 a total of 10 Tupolev Tu-214 aircraft are in airline service with 14 further orders. Tu-214 users are: Dalavia (5), KrasAir (1) and Rossiya (3). Omskavia has firm orders for 4 aircraft.[1]. Transaero has an additional 10 orders for the aircraft. This airline now operates a single Tu-214. [2]
Civil operators
total users are:
| Airline | Aircraft Type | In Service | On Order |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cairo Aviation | 204-120C | 5 | 0 |
| Dalavia | 214 | 5 | 0 |
| TNT Air Cargo | 204 | 2 | 0 |
| Mahan Air | 204 | 2 | 3 |
| Air China Cargo | 204-120CE | 1 | 5 |
| Atlantic Airlines | 204 | 1 | 0 |
| Aviastar-TU Co. Ltd | 204 | 3 | 0 |
| Kavminvodyavia | 204-200 | 2 | 2 |
| KrasAir | 4 x 204-100 / 1 x 214 | 4 | 1 |
| Rossiya | 2 x 204 / 3 x 214 | 5 | 0 |
| Vladivostok Avia | 204-300 | 4 | 2 |
| Cubana | 2 x 204-100 / 1 x 204-100C[1] | 1 | 3 |
| Air Koryo | 204-300 | 0 | 2 |
| Syrian Arab Airlines° | 204 | 0 | 4 |
| Transaero°°° | 214 | 1 | 9 |
| Iran Air for Iran Air Tours | 204-100 | 0 | 5 |
| Sirocco Aerospace°° | 204-120 | 0 | 25 |
| Blue Wings | 204CM | 0 | 5 |
| Total | 41 | 68 |
° ''Earliest delivery is expected in 2008.''
°° ''Egyptian leasing company.''
°°°''Transaero has an additional 10 orders for the aircraft.This airline now operates a single Tu-214. [2]
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Specifications (Tu-204)
References
1. Flight International, 3-9 October 2006
2. http://www.tupolev.ru/English/Show.asp?SectionID=200
3. Flight International, 3-9 October 2006
4. http://www.tupolev.ru/English/Show.asp?SectionID=200
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