Pay Comparisons

ATR 72

The ATR 72-200 entered service in 1989, satisfying the needs of an increasing number of Airlines for a 64-72-seat capacity regional aircraft.The derivative version of the basic ATR 72, the ATR 72-210 is equipped with two higher power 2,750 shp PW127 engines (Source: atraircraft.com).

Beech 1900

The 1900 has a distinguished heritage, and is the result of more than 50 years of Beech design history. Beech established itself directly into scheduled passenger and cargo operations through development of the Beech 99 airliner in the 1960s. The 1900 provided significant growth and expansion into the 19 passenger market as well as in the 5,500 lb cargo market (Source: Raytheonaircraft.com).

Dash 8

Bombardier Aerospace Dash 8 family of turboprop regional airliners includes the 37 passenger Q100 and Q200, the 50 to 60 passenger Q300 and the 70 to 80 passenger stretched Q400. Over 740 Dash 8 family aircraft have been ordered and over 700 delivered since 1984. Over 200 Q400 have been ordered and 100 delivered (Source: aerospace-technology.com)

Saab 340

The Saab 340 offers seating configurations between 30 and 36 business class seats in a quiet, spacious and comfortable cabin and cruises at a fast 285 knots (Source: Saab.se).

Boeing MD-80

The Boeing MD-80, a quiet, fuel-efficient twinjet, was certified by the Federal Aviation Administration in August 1980 and entered airline service in October 1980. Its Pratt & Whitney JT8D-200 engines, combined with its efficient aerodynamic design, allow the MD-80 to meet all current noise regulations while producing operating costs among the lowest in commercial aviation (Source: Boeing.com).

Boeing 737 "New Generation"

The Next-Generation 737 models build on the strengths that made the 737 the world's most successful commercial airliner, while incorporating improvements and value-added technology designed for the 21st century. Advanced technology winglets allow airlines to save on fuel, extend its range, carry more payload and reduce engine maintenance costs. Winglets are wing tip extensions which provide several benefits to airplane operators. The winglet option increases the Next-Generation 737's lead as the newest and most technologically advanced airplane in its class. (Source: Boeing.com)

Boeing 737 "Last Generation"

The 737 family has won orders for more than 5,200 airplanes, which is more airplanes than The Boeing Company's biggest competitor has won for its entire product line since it began business.

The 737 - a short-to-medium-range airplane - is based on a key Boeing philosophy of delivering added value to airlines with reliability, simplicity and reduced operating and maintenance costs. (source: Boeing)

Airbus A320

With more than 5,000 aircraft sold, the Airbus aircraft family is recognised for its comfort, economics and versatility. Its A320 Family is the undisputed leader in the single-aisle category (Source: Airbus.com)

Boeing 727

The versatility and reliability of the Boeing 727 -- first trijet introduced into commercial service -- made it the best-selling airliner in the world during the first 30 years of jet transport service. The jet age essentially began in 1952 with the introduction of the British-designed de Havilland Comet. Several jetliners, including the Boeing 707, were developed before the 727, but none came close to its sales record. Production of the 727 extended from the early 1960s to August 1984 -- a remarkable length of time, considering the original market forecast was for 250 airplanes. As it turned out, 1,831 were delivered (Source: Boeing.com).

Boeing 757

The Boeing 757 is a medium-range transcontinental commercial passenger airplane manufactured by Boeing Commercial Airplanes. It was designed for Eastern Airlines and British Airways to replace the Boeing 727 and entered service in 1983. Production of the 757 ended in October 2004 after 1,050 had been built.

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