Aircraft Type
Fokker 50 “Regional Workhorse”
The Fokker 50 is a versatile regional turboprop aircraft that succeeded the legendary Fokker F27 Friendship, providing efficient short to medium-haul transportation for regional airlines and commuter services across the globe.
IATAF50ICAOF50ManufacturerFokkerScore5.25/10Range2,055 kmStatusIn Production
Representing the pinnacle of Dutch aviation engineering, the Fokker 50 was renowned for its exceptional reliability, fuel efficiency, and ability to operate from shorter runways in challenging regional environments
The Fokker 50 was one of the last successful aircraft designs from the historic Fokker aircraft manufacturer before its bankruptcy in 1996, symbolizing the end of an era in Dutch aerospace manufacturing
Cabin Environment
How the Fokker 50 affects jetlag recovery
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
24.9 m
Length
29 m
Wingspan
8.5 m
Height
Performance
2,055 km
Range
500 km/h
Cruise Speed
2× Pratt & Whitney Canada PW125B turboprop
Engines
Fokker Family
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How It Compares
vs. ATR 72
✓Lower noise level (76 dB vs potentially higher for ATR 72)
✗Potentially shorter range compared to ATR 72
vs. Bombardier Dash 8 Q400
✓Compact passenger capacity (50 passengers)
✗Potentially less advanced technology compared to Q400
vs. Saab 340
✓More modern design (first flight in 1985)
✗Potentially less fuel efficiency compared to Saab 340