Originally Posted by
fosters
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 (therefore 33% less fuel burn). Turboprops are great for short hops but there is a reason the airlines don't use them on transcons
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Yes, I agree.
T-Props are for hops less than 1.5 hours. Jets when compared to the same shorts routes are extremely inefficient. Just run the numbers for the CR9 between ATL and GSP then compare it to a Q400 on a similar short hope. (compare the CR9 to the Q4 because there are basically configured for the same number of seats)
BTW, we usually burn about 3000-3600 lbs of fuel between ATL and GSP (25 minute FLT).
We all know that on longer routes Jet are more efficient but when it comes to 400 miles or less, props will almost always win out.