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Spotter's notes
Memphis in 2005. Something we will never see is a packed ramp full of Saab 340s. Took 414XJ to Chattanooga to meet up with a chick 😉
Northwest had what seemed to be more of a focus city. After the merger, Delta didn’t have any interest in investing in MEM
Aircraft identity
Registration
N437XJ, N414XJ
ICAO Type
SF34
Model
340B
Manufacturer
Saab
Airline
Northwest Airlink (operated by Mesaba Airlines)
Airline Code
MES / XJ
Livery
Northwest Airlink (Mesaba Airlines)
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
General Electric CT7-9B
Thrust
Each engine produces approx. 1,870 shp (shaft horsepower)
Wingspan
21.44 meters
Length
19.73 meters
Height
6.97 meters
MTOW
13,155 kg
Range
1,700 km
Capacity
34 passengers
Cruise Speed
467 km/h
Noise Rating
Complies with ICAO Chapter 3 (approx 85-88 EPNdB on approach)
Location
Airport Code
MEM/KMEM
Airport Name
Memphis International Airport