Jetstream 31 vs Metroliner
| British regional airliner, widely used during the 1980s and 90s, known for versatility in short-haul routes and on smaller airfields. | |
| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | British Aerospace |
| First flight | 28 March 1980 |
| Year introduced | 1982 |
| Number produced | 386 units |
| Average unit price | $8 million |
| American-built regional airliner, notable for its use in commercial, cargo and military services during the late 20th century. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Fairchild Swearingen |
| First flight | 26 August 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 600 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Wing area | 25.0 m² |
| Wingspan | 16.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 487 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,260 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,954 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,360 kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 671 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 14.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 533 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,100 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,449 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,350 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,044 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Jetstream 31 or Metroliner?
The Metroliner is faster with a maximum speed of 533 km/h compared to the Jetstream 31's 487 km/h, a difference of 46 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Jetstream 31 or Metroliner?
The Jetstream 31 has a longer range at 1,260 km compared to the Metroliner's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the Jetstream 31 or Metroliner?
The Metroliner has a higher service ceiling at 9,449 meters (31,000 ft) compared to the Jetstream 31's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Jetstream 31 or Metroliner?
The Jetstream 31 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,954 kg compared to the Metroliner's 6,350 kg.
Which is larger, the Jetstream 31 or Metroliner?
The Jetstream 31 is longer at 14.4 meters compared to the Metroliner's 12.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the Jetstream 31 or Metroliner?
The Metroliner entered service first in 1972, 10 years before the Jetstream 31 which entered service in 1982.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Jetstream 31 or Metroliner?
The Metroliner has been produced in greater numbers with 600 units compared to 386 units of the Jetstream 31.