Figure 3: Number of Scheduled Flights by Type of Aircraft: April 2000 and April 2004
Figure 3: Number of Scheduled Flights by Type of Aircraft: April 2000 and April 2004
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| Aircraft Type | 4/2000 | 4/2004 |
|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | 254,795 | 132,884 |
| Large Jets | 487,259 | 397,985 |
| Piston | 49,117 | 43,638 |
| Regional Jets | 102,503 | 240,070 |
Notes: Turboprops include aircraft such as the ATR-42/72, Aerospatiale, Beechcraft 1900, Dornier 328 Turbo, and JETST-31 BAE. Pistons are typically fixed wing Cessnas and Pipers, e.g., the CES-150-185, AERO-200, and PA 12-32.
Source: M.R. Dayton, "Trends and Demand in Aviation Markets," presentation at the ATCA/FAA/Nav Canada Technical Symposium, Office of Inspector General, U.S. Department of Transportation, 2004