Saab 340

   

Saab 340 of Aurigny Air Services.
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Saab 340 of Aurigny Air Services.
A Fina Air Saab 340 at Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. Photo by Jose Mendez and the BQN Ramp Spotters.
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A Fina Air Saab 340 at Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. Photo by Jose Mendez and the BQN Ramp Spotters.

The SAAB 340 is a two engine turboprop aircraft built by a partnership between Saab and Fairchild. The plane first flew in 1983. It was originally designated as the SF340, which was later changed to 340A. An improved version of the 340A, the 340B was introduced in 1989.

The SAAB 340 typically seats between 33 and 35 passengers.

Details

  • Accommodation: 3 crew + 33 to 37 passengers
  • Range: 1735km (935nm)
  • Wing span: 21.44m (70ft 4in)
  • Length: 19.73m (64ft 9in)
  • Height: 6.97m (22ft 11in)
  • Ceiling Service: 25,000ft Commercial and 31,000ft Executive configuration
  • Maximum Speed 250 KIAS
  • Engines: General Electric CT-7-9A/9B
  • Propellers: Dowty Rotor or Hamilton Standard (Total Diameter 132in)
  • Fuel capacity: 5690 Lbs
  • Max Gross Weigth: 29,000 Lbs
  • Max Landing Weigth: 28,500 Lbs

See also:List of civil aircraft


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The SAAB 340 typically seats between 33 and 37 passengers.

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