Originally Posted by
JetJock16
Any way you cut it T-Props aren't going anywhere, they're just way to efficient.
Yes, to a point.
Here's some more numbers (all average):
Horizon Q400
Pounds/hr: 2130
Speed: 262
Horizon -700
Pounds/hr: 2190
Speed: 351
Almost the same
average fuel burn for going 33% faster. Turboprops are great for short hops but there is a reason the airlines don't use them on transcons
.