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Old 10th October 2007 | 00:27
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barit1
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The turboprop uses less runway and less fuel for the same payload.

The jet (turbofan) covers the distance in less time, permitting greater daily ton-mile (or pax-mile) utilization. More round trips per day on average, with lower crew cost per trip.

So you determine the constraints on the problem first, then examine which plane/propulsion package pays off better.
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