The Bombardier CRJ700 is a small single-aisle jet that can be arranged with seating for up to 78 passengers. American Airlines says its version is set up to fit 65 passengers. Introduced nearly 25 ...

The jet's sterling safety record won't help Bombardier, however, as the Quebec manufacturer divested its aircraft programs to focus on private jets for business customers and the ultra-wealthy.

as part of the Canadair Regional Jet program begun in 1989. The CRJ-700 model debuted in 1997. The 106-foot-long jetliner can hold up to 78 passengers, depending on the seat configuration ...