What a BAe Jetstream 31 / 32 costs, how far it flies, and what it costs to keep
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How far can a BAe (British Aerospace) BAe Jetstream 31 / 32 fly?
A BAe (British Aerospace) BAe Jetstream 31 / 32 flies about 421 nm, roughly 780 km, which is about 1 h 36 min in still air at typical cruise.
What does a BAe (British Aerospace) BAe Jetstream 31 / 32 cost to own?
A BAe (British Aerospace) BAe Jetstream 31 / 32 costs about EUR 22,129 a month to run, or about EUR 1,318 for every flight hour when it is flown 150 hours a year.
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About the BAe (British Aerospace) BAe Jetstream 31 / 32
Aircraft overview
The BAe (British Aerospace) BAe Jetstream 31 / 32 is a pressurized, twin turboprop commuter aircraft developed from the earlier Handley Page Jetstream design and produced by British Aerospace. The Jetstream 31 first flew in 1980 and entered service in the early 1980s, with the improved Jetstream 32 following later in the decade. Production ran into the 1990s. Built primarily for regional airline, corporate shuttle, air ambulance and special-mission use, the type matters because it offers 19-seat transport capability in a compact airframe that can operate from relatively modest regional airports.
Performance & specifications
Typical cruise speed is around 250 knots, depending on weight, altitude and engine fit. Practical range is commonly in the 600 to 700 nautical mile class with reserves, although actual dispatch range depends heavily on passenger load, baggage, fuel policy and equipment. Certified ceiling is 25,000 feet. Power comes from two Garrett, later Honeywell, TPE331-series turboprops driving four-blade propellers, with the Jetstream 32 generally associated with more powerful TPE331-12 engines than earlier Jetstream 31 aircraft. Useful load varies by configuration and operating approval, but the aircraft was designed around airline-style payloads of up to 19 passengers plus baggage.
Cabin & avionics
The standard cabin is arranged for up to 19 passengers, typically in a 1+1 commuter layout with a narrow aisle and compact overhead or sidewall storage. The cabin is pressurized, a key distinction for regional sectors at higher altitudes. Many aircraft have been reconfigured over time for executive shuttle, cargo, medevac, surveillance or training roles, so interior condition and equipment can vary widely. Original avionics were conventional airline turboprop suites, often based on Collins, BendixKing or similar equipment, with weather radar and autopilot. Used examples may have later GPS, Garmin GNS or GTN navigators, ADS-B, updated transponders, EGPWS and TCAS installations. Garmin Perspective or G1000 suites are not typical factory equipment for this model.
Buying & value
On the used market, the BAe (British Aerospace) BAe Jetstream 31 / 32 is usually positioned as a cost-sensitive 19-seat regional or utility turboprop rather than a modern passenger comfort platform. Buyers should review engine times and hot-section status, propeller life, corrosion history, pressurization condition, landing gear status, avionics compliance and records for any airline or special-mission operation. Common points of comparison include Jetstream 31 versus Jetstream 32 engine capability, passenger versus cargo interiors, and the quality of navigation, surveillance and safety upgrades. Strong maintenance documentation and a clear parts support plan are central to value.