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Saab 340

Dallas-area shippers with small freight volumes on short intrastate or interstate lanes use the Saab 340 in cargo configuration for dedicated charter when commercial belly space is not available and timing is fixed. It covers the core Texas routes, Houston, San Antonio, and Midland, in under two hours, and its twin-turboprop economics make it cost-competitive for payloads in the one-to-two-metric-ton range. A compact, reliable regional turboprop freighter.

The Saab 340 is a Swedish-built twin-turboprop regional aircraft commonly configured for cargo operations with the passenger seats removed and a freight floor installed. Two General Electric CT7 turboprop engines power it. Range in cargo configuration is approximately 785 nautical miles. Payload capacity in freighter configuration is approximately 1.5 to 2 metric tons. The aircraft uses regional airports and requires shorter runways than jet freighters, which expands the number of destinations it can serve. Every Saab 340 we arrange flies with an operator certified under FAR Part 135, the FAA rules for on-demand, for-hire charter.

Saab 340 for Dallas, TX private jet charter

Performance and Cabin

  • Category: Cargo Aircraft
  • Manufacturer: Saab AB (freighter conversion by Field Aviation)
  • Year introduced: 1987
  • Seating: Crew only (cargo)
  • Crew: 2
  • Range: 785 nautical miles
  • Cruise speed: 282 knots
  • Service ceiling: 25,000 feet
  • Length: 64.8 feet
  • Wingspan: 70.3 feet
  • Height: 22.9 feet
  • Baggage volume: 1,276 cubic feet
  • Lavatory: Crew only

Why the Saab 340 Fits Dallas

From Addison Airport (KADS) in Addison, TX, the Saab 340 reaches Houston, San Antonio, and Midland-Odessa within its published range, covering the core Texas commercial and energy corridors. For a Dallas-area supplier shipping a time-critical part to an energy site in the Permian Basin, the Saab 340 can make the trip same-day when there is no space on a scheduled service and the shipment is too small for a larger freighter.

The Saab 340’s ability to operate at secondary DFW metro airports, including Dallas Executive Airport (KRBD) and McKinney National Airport (KTKI), gives it access to points that larger turboprop and jet freighters may not accommodate. A Dallas manufacturer located closer to a secondary airport can stage a pickup directly from that facility rather than transporting freight to KADS or KDFW.

For DFW-area freight forwarders managing intrastate Texas lanes with consistent volume in the one-metric-ton range, the Saab 340 in cargo configuration provides a dedicated charter option when express ground or scheduled cargo cannot meet the deadline. Its twin-turboprop configuration and short-field performance make it a practical choice for the small but time-sensitive freight segment.

Vetting Behind Every Trip

Every operator, aircraft, and crew goes through our internal due diligence before we present any options. Our internal standards meet or exceed what the FAA requires:

  • FAR Part 135 charter operators for traditional private aircraft, or FAR Part 121 for airliner-size and group trips (or the foreign equivalent on international legs)
  • Operator subscription to Wyvern and ARGUS reviewed where the operator participates.
  • Pilot experience and operator incident history reviewed before we recommend an aircraft.
  • Fewer than 60 brokers worldwide hold Premium Wyvern Broker Member status, and Air Charter Advisors is one of them.

Charter Pricing Reference

Industry hourly rates for the Saab 340 run $2,000 to $3,000 per hour as of 8/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.

Saab 340 cargo charter rates are at the lower end of the turboprop freighter range given the aircraft’s size and payload. Rates are quoted per trip. Best suited for loads under two metric tons on routes under 700 nautical miles from DFW.

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Contact

For a quote on a Saab 340 charter from Dallas, TX, call +1 (888) 987-5387 or visit our contact page. For the vetting work behind every trip, see our safety page. To browse cross-category options for the same trip, visit the aircraft directory.

The hourly rates provided are estimates based on 2026 market data and are for informational purposes only. These figures are subject to change and do not constitute a final offer. Final pricing is dynamic and depends on real-time factors including, but not limited to, specific itinerary requirements, aircraft positioning (“ferry” fees), fuel price volatility, and current market availability. These estimates exclude all applicable taxes, de-icing, landing and handling fees, special event fees, international surcharges, overnight crew expenses, and premium catering. Please contact Air Charter Advisors directly for a firm, all-inclusive quote tailored to your specific travel needs.