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Saab 340B for charter

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Charter Price per Hour$2 400 – $3 500
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Aircraft Info

Model:
Saab 340B
Family:
Saab 340
Manufacturer:
Saab
Aircraft Class:
Airliner
ICAO/IATA Codes:
SF34/SF3
Number Built:
459
Single Pilot Operations:
No
  • Popularity65
  • Reliability80
  • Comfort35

Performance

Service Ceiling:
25 000 ft 7 620 m
Max Takeoff Weight:
29 002 lbs 13 155 kg
Engine Type:
2× Turboprop
Typical Engine:
2 x GE CT7-9B
Typical Avionics:
Collins Pro LineII/EFIS
Long Range Cruise Speed:
267 kts 495 km/h
Max Cruise Speed:
283 kts 524 km/h

Range & Payload

Estimated Max Flight Time:
6 h
Max Range:
1 520 nmi 2 815 km
Fuel Burn Rate:
1 102 lb/h 500 kg/h
Max Payload:
7 496 lbs 3 400 kg

Saab 340B Cabin Plan

Max passengers:
30
Sleeping Places:
0
  • Hot meal
  • Lavatory
  • Cabin crew

Airframe

Aircraft Height:
22.87 ft 6.97 m
Aircraft Length:
64.73 ft 19.73 m
Wingspan:
70.34 ft 21.44 m
Cabin Zones:
1 main passenger cabin, typically 1-2 seating, with galley/lavatory and baggage areas as fitted
Doors:
Forward passenger entry and separate cargo door, cargo opening 1.30 m high x 1.35 m wide; emergency exits are additional
Baggage Compartment:
Dedicated baggage hold and cabin hand-baggage stowage; allowance depends on operator and load
Airstairs:
Aircraft-specific boarding arrangement

Charter Costs for the Saab 340B

Price per Hour

Charter Price per Hour
$2 400 – $3 500

Owning Price

Buying Price (new)
—
Pre-owned Price Range
$800 000 – $3M

Charter Costs

Cost per NM
$10.54
Direct Operating Cost (DOC)/h
$1 040 – $1 620
Annual Cost of Ownership
$726 000 – $1.11M
Cost per Seat-Mile
$0.25 – $0.36

Total Annual Variable Costs

At 200 hours
$266 000
At 350 hours
$465 500

Total Fixed Cost

At 200 hours
$453 000
At 350 hours
$453 000

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Passengers

Saab 340B Description

Meet the Saab 340B: Swedish engineering brilliance wrapped in a versatile turboprop package. This regional workhorse doesn't just connect cities; it masters them with surprising agility and Scandinavian efficiency. Forget cramped cabins and noisy flights—the 340B delivers an unexpectedly smooth ride wrapped in intelligent design. Performance isn't an afterthought here. Twin turboprop engines propel you efficiently at a typical cruise speed nudging 520 km/h. That translates to covering distances like London to Copenhagen or hopping across the American Midwest without breaking a sweat. Need to reach that distant regional hub? Its maximum range stretches a robust 2,815 kilometers, letting you bypass congested hubs and fly direct. Imagine landing closer to your actual destination, saving precious hours otherwise wasted on ground transfers. Step inside, and the smart thinking continues. While compact, the cabin feels genuinely spacious for its class. Wide windows flood the interior with natural light, creating an airy feel that belies the aircraft's size. Configured typically for up to 30 passengers, it offers a comfortable, business-like atmosphere. You won't find gilded fixtures, but you *will* appreciate the practical layout, ample overhead bin space, and noticeably quiet cabin—a testament to Saab's focus on passenger experience. It’s a thoughtfully designed space where productivity or relaxation comes easily. Pilots consistently praise the 340B for its responsive handling. It feels solid and predictable in the air, offering feather-light control inputs and impressive short-field capabilities. This means access to smaller, less crowded airports that larger jets simply can't touch. Think of landing closer to your final meeting point, not miles away. Maintenance teams love its straightforward systems and renowned durability—this aircraft is built to last and fly reliably, day in and day out. So, what makes the Saab 340B genuinely stand out? It’s the perfect blend: thrifty yet muscular performance, a cabin that punches above its weight comfort-wise, and rugged dependability that keeps operators smiling. For airlines needing efficient regional connectivity or private operators seeking a capable, cost-effective shuttle, the 340B remains a remarkably smart, proven choice. It connects communities and businesses where larger aircraft can't economically go, doing so with quiet competence and unmistakable Scandinavian flair. This isn't just an aircraft; it's a solution.

Strengths

  • Regional group transport
  • Access to regional airports

Weaknesses

  • Aircraft-specific payload and runway limits
  • Older variants require condition and maintenance review

Best use cases

  • Regional group charter
  • Team and event transport

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