The story
The Dornier 328 packs 33 seats into a sleek airframe that cruises at jet-like speeds.
Fun fact
The 328's type certificate outlived Fairchild Dornier's 2002 bankruptcy, and Deutsche Aircraft is developing a stretched D328eco version.
Quick answers
How do you identify a Dornier 328?
High-wing turboprop with a T-tail and retractable gear. German-built. Also came in a jet version (328JET). Very rare.
What does a Dornier 328 sound like?
PW119C gives a distinctive high-frequency turboprop whine.
How fast is the Dornier 328?
Top speed is 335 kts.
How many passengers does the Dornier 328 carry?
Up to 33. A typical layout is 32 (1-class).
How far can the Dornier 328 fly?
Range is about 1,000 nmi.
How big is the Dornier 328?
It is 69 ft 10 in long and 68 ft 10 in across the wings.
When did the Dornier 328 first fly?
Its first flight was in 1991.
How many Dornier 328s have been built?
217 built.
How rare is a Dornier 328 in Bogey?
UNCOMMON. Not rare, but not every day either. Worth looking up for. Your first Dornier 328 catch is worth 50 points.
