Aircraft Type
Saab 340 “Regional Express”
The Saab 340 is a regional turboprop airliner designed for short to medium-haul routes, offering efficient transportation for smaller airports and regional connectivity. It has been a reliable workhorse for many regional airlines around the world.
IATASFBICAOSF34ManufacturerSaabScore4.30/10Range1,732 kmStatusIn Production
Providing affordable and efficient regional air transportation with excellent short-runway performance and adaptability to challenging airport conditions
The Saab 340 was one of the first successful regional turboprop airliners that helped revolutionize short-haul air travel by offering improved fuel efficiency and passenger comfort compared to older propeller aircraft
Cabin Environment
How the Saab 340 affects jetlag recovery
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
24.5 m
Length
25 m
Wingspan
6.5 m
Height
Performance
1,732 km
Range
530 km/h
Cruise Speed
2× General Electric CT7-9B turboprop
Engines
Saab Family
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How It Compares
vs. ATR 42
✓Slightly longer range (1732 km vs 1580 km)
✗Slightly lower passenger capacity (36 vs 48 passengers)
vs. Bombardier Dash 8 Q300
✓Lower noise level (79 dB vs 85 dB)
✗Slightly shorter range (1732 km vs 1850 km)
vs. Embraer EMB 120 Brasilia
✓More recent design and still in production
✗Slightly lower passenger capacity (36 vs 30 passengers)