In the United States, the most common way that small airports stay connected with major hubs is through service with light jets. Many of those regional jets are made by Bombardier, Mitsubishi or, ...

Maintenance is another factor. Turboprop aircraft run at lower temperatures and pressures than jets, which extends engine life and reduces component costs. Additionally, it enables airlines to serve ...

A bold vision for regional air travel is grounded before it could take off. What led to the cancellation of this game-changing aircraft?

Embraer confirms it has cancelled development of a next-generation turboprop passenger aircraft, having previously said the project was on hold due to insufficiently advanced engine technologies. “The ...