Saab 340
Saab 340 family · First flight 1983 · Out of production
The Saab 340 is a Saab commercial airliner that entered service in 1984, typically seating 30 to 36 passengers. It cruises at 326 mph (283 kn, 524 km/h) on two general electric ct7-9b turboprops, with a published range of 730 nautical miles (1,350 km). Today it is flown by carriers including Crossair, American Eagle, Silver Airways.
Specifications sourced from manufacturer and published type data. Fleet and operator data as of June 2026.
Specifications
- First flight
- 1983
- Entered service
- 1984
- Status
- Out of production
- Production ended
- 1999
- Typical capacity
- 30 to 36
- Range
- 730 nautical miles (1,350 km)
- Cruise speed
- 326 mph (283 kn, 524 km/h)
- Length
- 19.73 m (64 ft 9 in)
- Wingspan
- 21.44 m (70 ft 4 in)
- Engines
- Two General Electric CT7-9B turboprops
Airlines that fly the Saab 340
- Crossair
- American Eagle
- Silver Airways
- REX Regional Express
- Loganair
- Japan Air Commuter
Frequently asked about the Saab 340
When did the Saab 340 enter service?
The Saab 340 first flew in 1983 and entered commercial service in 1984.
What is the range of the Saab 340?
The Saab 340 has a published range of 730 nautical miles (1,350 km), powered by Two General Electric CT7-9B turboprops.
How many passengers does the Saab 340 carry?
Typical seating is 30 to 36 in a two- or three-class layout. Dense single-class configurations can fit more; ultra-long-haul airlines often fly fewer.
Is the Saab 340 still in production?
Production ended in 1999. Out of production. Passenger examples continue to fly with airlines worldwide until they reach their operating life or are retired for fleet-renewal reasons.
Which airlines operate the Saab 340?
Major operators include Crossair, American Eagle, Silver Airways, among others.
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