Saab 340

The regional turboprop built for efficient short-haul connectivity.

Overview

Saab Gripen Sweden ICAO: SF34 1983–1999 Active $10 million

The Saab 340 is a twin-engine turboprop regional airliner developed in Sweden during the 1980s. Designed to serve short-haul routes with lower operating costs than jets, it became a common sight at regional airports worldwide. The aircraft combined reliability with straightforward maintenance and economics.

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Specifications

Units
Engine
2 × General Electric CT7-9B turboprops
Engine type
Turboprop
Power
2 × 1,870 shp · 1,394 kW
Avionics
Rockwell Collins APS-85 autopilot
Wing tips
No winglets
Seats
36 economy · 33 business · 30 first
Crew
—
Cabin width
7 ft 3 in  ·  2.20 m
Cabin height
5 ft 11 in  ·  1.80 m
Cabin length
34 ft 1 in  ·  10.40 m
Exterior length
64 ft 9 in  ·  19.73 m
Tail height
22 ft 10 in  ·  6.97 m
Fuselage diameter
7 ft 7 in  ·  2.31 m
Wing span
70 ft 4 in  ·  21.44 m
Baggage volume
318 ft³  ·  9.0 m³
Gross weight
—
Empty weight
—
Max takeoff weight
29,000 lb  ·  13,200 kg
Max landing weight
28,500 lb  ·  12,900 kg
Max payload
7,500 lb  ·  3,400 kg
Fuel capacity
850 gal · 3,200 L · 2,600 kg (Jet A)
Max cruise speed
283 kt  ·  326 mph  ·  524 km/h
Maximum speed
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Cruise speed
—
Approach speed
89 kt  ·  102 mph  ·  165 km/h
Range
935 nm  ·  1,080 mi  ·  1,730 km
Fuel burn
1.10 nm/gal  ·  0.54 km/L
Ceiling
25,000 ft  ·  7,600 m
Rate of climb
2,047 ft/min  ·  10 m/s
Takeoff distance
4,250 ft  ·  1,290 m
Landing distance
3,400 ft  ·  1,040 m
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Operational Context

Saab 340 — twin-engine regional turboprop airliner

The Saab 340 first flew in 1983 as a joint venture between Saab and Fairchild. Entering airline service in 1984, it was developed to compete in the emerging 30-seat regional market. The aircraft features a low-wing configuration, conventional tail, and a pressurized cabin optimized for short sectors.

Powered by two General Electric CT7 turboprop engines producing approximately 1,750 shaft horsepower each, the Saab 340 cruises at around 280 knots (520 km/h). Maximum takeoff weight is roughly 29,000 pounds (13,150 kg). Typical seating capacity ranges from 30 to 36 passengers depending on layout.

The Saab 340 achieved widespread adoption among regional carriers in North America and Europe. Its dependable performance and manageable operating costs contributed to more than 400 aircraft being built. Many examples remain in service today, particularly in regional and cargo roles.

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