Tprops in a Jet world
 

So I hate to be that guy but I've had a nagging question with the continuing rise of gas prices. Why are we seeing no new turboprops in the 50 seat market? I know there are a number of markets in the Saab where we are weight restricted with pax and if a 50 seat CRJ isn't economical, why is nobody seemingly pursuing this. I believe that there are markets where 34 seats is too little and 76 seat is too much, so why are we not seeing a resurgence and advancement of tprop technology in the 50 seat market?

Reluctance of investors to deploy a large amount of capital into a volatile industry during an economic downturn might be one reason.

What economic downturn? Ask the government, we're fine!

SAAB should make the SAAB 2010! a 70 seat t prop!

There was just an article in AIN that I read the other day talking about how ATR is slated to deliver over 60 new aircraft this year.

In fact the -600 series is on the books for deliveries starting in 2010. New sophisitacted digital integrated avioncs, larger, more powerful yet more fuel efficient engines. Inflight entertainment and LED cabin lighting etc. ATR CEO was quoted as saying, "despite jet-mania, turboprops are back for the long term."

The ATR 42 does seat up to 50.

i would love to trade in the 145 and get back into a real plane like the ATR. of course my passengers wont like it cause it has props and i cant land the damn thing but its alot more fun and saves money!

it'll take time, but they'll be back

Hail the Neo-Prop revolution

Because the flying public is afraid of turboprops?

Yes. The general public is stupid.