Airliner • Saab • Saab 340A, Saab 340B, Saab 340B+ (Plus), Saab 340B-100, Saab 340B-200
| Manufacturer | Saab |
| Model | 340 |
| Category | Airliner |
| Variants | Saab 340A, Saab 340B, Saab 340B+ (Plus), Saab 340B-100, Saab 340B-200 |
| Production Years | 1984 – 1998 |
| Seating | 30, 35 seats |
| Typical TTAF | 18,000 hours |
| Markets | United States, Sweden, Canada, Australia, United Kingdom |
| Price Range | $800K – $4.5M |
The Saab 340 is a Swedish twin-engine transport aircraft designed for regional airline operations and cargo transport. First introduced in 1984, it represents a modernization of the earlier Saab 2000 concept with improved engines and aerodynamics. The aircraft is renowned for its reliability, fuel efficiency, and excellent short-field performance, making it ideal for operations from smaller regional airports. The Saab 340 features a pressurized cabin, advanced avionics for its era, and comfortable seating arrangements. It has been operated by numerous regional carriers worldwide for passenger transport, freight operations, and air taxi services. The aircraft is particularly valued for its ability to operate economically on thin routes while maintaining good payload capacity. Several military variants have also been developed for patrol and transport duties. Today, many Saab 340s remain in active service, particularly with cargo operators and regional carriers, demonstrating the aircraft's durability and cost-effectiveness over decades of operation.
Maximum Speed: 241 knots (278 mph)
Cruise Speed: 210 knots (242 mph)
Maximum Range: 1,150 nautical miles
Service Ceiling: 25,000 feet
Engines: 2x General Electric CT7-9B turboprops (1,870 shp each)
Maximum Takeoff Weight: 34,500 lbs
Empty Weight: 20,500 lbs
Cargo Capacity: 7,100 lbs (freight variant)