Dornier 328JET
Dornier/Fairchild Dornier
About
The Dornier 328JET is a jet-powered derivative of the turboprop Do 328, developed as a regional jet airliner in the 30-seat class. First flown in 1998 and entering service in 1999, the 328JET featured Pratt & Whitney Canada PW306B turbofan engines mounted on pylons under the wings. The conversion to jet power provided higher cruise speeds (400 knots versus 310 for the turboprop), longer range (2,000 NM), and higher service ceiling (35,000 feet). The 328JET retained the same fuselage and high-wing configuration as the turboprop variant but with modified wings to accommodate jet engines. The aircraft competed in the 30-50 seat regional jet market. Several variants were proposed including the Envoy 3 with extended range. Production ended in 2002 when Fairchild Dornier filed for bankruptcy, with approximately 110 328JET aircraft built.
Weightscompared to Airbus A318
Capacitycompared to Airbus A318
Passenger Capacity
25% of A318 maximum capacity
Crew
Dimensions
Length
Wingspan
Height
Wing Area
Catalog Price
Base List Price
$13.5M USD
1999 catalog price
Note: Actual prices vary based on configuration, options, and negotiations. This represents the manufacturer's base catalog price.
Engine Specifications
Engine Count
2×
Engine Model
Pratt & Whitney Canada PW306B
Thrust per Engine
26.9 kN(6047 lbf)
Fuel & Cargo
Fuel Capacity
4,540 L
Cargo Volume
8.5 m³
Production & History
Production Status
Out of production
Manufacturing Period
1998–2002
First Flight
January 20, 1998
Entered Service
May 1, 1999
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