Aircraft Type
Fairchild Dornier 328JET “328 Regional Jet”
The Fairchild Dornier 328JET is a compact regional jet designed for short to medium-haul routes, offering efficient and comfortable transportation for smaller passenger groups with its innovative turbofan design.
IATAFRJICAOJ328ManufacturerDornierScore5.75/10Range1,665 kmStatusIn Production
Representing an innovative approach to regional jet design with its compact size and advanced turboprop-to-jet conversion of the successful Dornier 328 turboprop aircraft
The 328JET was one of the earliest attempts to convert a successful turboprop design into a jet-powered regional aircraft, showcasing German engineering adaptability
Cabin Environment
How the Fairchild Dornier 328JET affects jetlag recovery
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
20.7 m
Length
16.5 m
Wingspan
6.3 m
Height
Performance
1,665 km
Range
520 km/h
Cruise Speed
2× Pratt & Whitney Canada PW306B1
Engines
Dornier Family
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How It Compares
vs. Embraer ERJ-135
✓Lower noise level at 72 dB compared to typical regional jets
✗Smaller passenger capacity (33 vs 37 passengers)
vs. Bombardier CRJ-200
✓Potentially more modern design with newer technology
✗Shorter range of 1665 km compared to some competitors
vs. Saab 340
✓More modern jet design compared to the turboprop Saab 340
✗Slightly smaller passenger capacity