Private charter, Turboprops
Turboprops for Private Charter
Propeller-driven aircraft for regional journeys.
- Up to 11 seats
- Up to 1,889 nm
- 290 to 312 kts
Aircraft category
What is a turboprop?
Propeller-driven aircraft for regional journeys. Compare the published passenger capacity, range and cabin measurements of the models below.
Regional journeys and access to smaller airports. Compare individual aircraft specifications before choosing a model.
- Engines
- 1 or 2 turboprop engines
- Runway needed
- 2,485 to 3,300 ft
- Cruise speed
- 290 to 312 kts
- Cabin height
- 1.45 to 1.47 m (4.76 to 4.82 ft)
Why choose this category
Why choose turboprops for your trip
Propeller-driven aircraft for regional journeys.
Up to 11 passengers
Maximum capacity across the models below; the seating configuration varies by aircraft.
Range up to 1,889 nm
Highest published range among the listed variants, not a guaranteed range for every aircraft.
Efficient cabin at 1.45 to 1.47 m (4.76 to 4.82 ft)
Comfortable seating designed for shorter to medium sectors.
Cruise speed 290 to 312 kts
Fast transit with jet-smooth performance on every sector.
Regional journeys and access to smaller airports.
Turboprops are a popular choice for these missions across Europe and beyond.
Who charters this category
Typical missions for a turboprop
Regional journeys and access to smaller airports. The models listed here have a published range up to 1,889 nm.
Compare each aircraft's passenger capacity, baggage space and cabin measurements. Ask the provider to confirm the configuration and suitability of the aircraft offered for your trip.
Specifications
Turboprops specification summary
Published figures for the listed variants. Capacity and range summaries may refer to different models.
Category summaries use published values only; missing figures are not inferred.
| Specification | Published value |
|---|---|
| Published passenger capacity | Up to 11 |
| Published range | Up to 1,889 nm |
| Cruise speed | 290 to 312 kts |
| Cabin height | 1.45 to 1.47 m (4.76 to 4.82 ft) |
| Engines | 1 or 2 turboprop engines |
| Published take-off distance | 2,485 to 3,300 ft |
| Best for | Regional journeys and access to smaller airports. |
Figures refer to PC-12 NGX. Source: Pilatus PC-12 NGX facts sheet 2024, accessed 6 Nov 2026.
Figures refer to King Air 360. Source: Textron Aviation, accessed 6 Nov 2026.
Aircraft options
Turboprops vs Very light jets
How turboprops compare to the next category up.
| Specification | Turboprops | Very light jets |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 11 | Up to 7 | |
| Up to 1,889 nm | Up to 1,178 nm | |
| 290 to 312 kts | 406 kts | |
| 1.45 to 1.47 m (4.76 to 4.82 ft) | 1.50 m (4.92 ft) | |
| Best for | Regional journeys and access to smaller airports. | Short journeys with a smaller group. |
| Category guide | Explore Turboprops | Explore Very light jets |
- Figures refer to PC-12 NGX. Source: Pilatus PC-12 NGX facts sheet 2024, accessed 6 Nov 2026.
- Figures refer to King Air 360. Source: Textron Aviation, accessed 6 Nov 2026.
- Figures refer to Phenom 100EX. Source: Embraer Phenom 100EX brochure, accessed 6 Nov 2026.
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Other aircraft categories
Compare this category against the rest of the fleet to find the right fit for your trip.
Very light jets
Compact business jets for smaller travelling parties.
Light jets
Light business jets for regional and European journeys.
Midsize jets
Midsize aircraft with more cabin space for longer journeys.
Super-midsize jets
Wider-cabin jets that balance range and cabin space.
Heavy jets
Large-cabin aircraft for longer private flights.
Ultra long-range jets
Long-range business jets for intercontinental journeys.
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