Saab
Saab 2000
The Saab 2000 is a high-speed twin-turboprop regional airliner developed as a stretched successor to the Saab 340, entering service in 1994. Powered by two Allison (Rolls-Royce) AE 2100A engines driving six-bladed Dowty R381 propellers, it cruises at up to 370 knots — making it the fastest commercial turboprop ever produced — and carries 50 to 58 passengers on ranges up to 1,250 nautical miles. Only 63 aircraft were built before production ended in 1999.
- Up to 58 passengers
- 370-knot cruise speed — fastest turboprop ever
- Allison AE 2100A engines with 6-blade props
- Active noise control reduces cabin noise
- 63 aircraft built — rare type
- Operated in military AEW role by Sweden and Pakistan
Saab 2000 key specifications
- Range
- 1,250 nm
- Cruise speed
- 370 kts
- Passengers
- up to 58
- Max take-off weight
- 50,265 lb
- Engines
- 2 × Turboprop
About the Saab 2000
The Saab Saab 2000 — part of the Saab 2000 family — is a regional airliner aimed at short- and medium-haul regional routes. It entered service in 1994 and is now an established, widely-supported design, developed in Sweden.
On performance, it offers a maximum range of about 1,250 nautical miles and a cruise of roughly 370 knots. It seats up to 58 passengers and is powered by 2 Allison (Rolls-Royce) AE 2100A engines.
Its 1,250 nm range makes it well matched to regional and short-to-medium legs. It is flown by a two-pilot crew and is approved for IFR flight.
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