OVERVIEW
The Fairchild Swearingen Metroliner was produced from 1968 to 2001 aand saw formal introduction during 1972.
The Fairchild Swearingen Metroliner was produced from 1968 to 2001 aand saw formal introduction during 1972.
YEAR: 1972
MANUFACTURER(S): Fairchild Swearingen - USA
PRODUCTION: 600
OPERATORS: Australia; Canada; New Zealand; Sweden; United States; Venezuela
SPECIFICATIONS
Unless otherwise noted the presented statistics below pertain to the Fairchild Swearingen Metro III model. Common measurements, and their respective conversions, are shown when possible.
Unless otherwise noted the presented statistics below pertain to the Fairchild Swearingen Metro III model. Common measurements, and their respective conversions, are shown when possible.
CREW: 2
LENGTH: 59.38 feet (18.1 meters)
WIDTH: 56.92 feet (17.35 meters)
HEIGHT: 16.73 feet (5.1 meters)
WEIGHT (EMPTY): 8,818 pounds (4,000 kilograms)
WEIGHT (MTOW): 16,006 pounds (7,260 kilograms)
ENGINE: 2 x Garrett AiResearch TPE-331 turboprop engines developing 1,000 horsepower each.
SPEED (MAX): 357 miles-per-hour (575 kilometers-per-hour; 310 knots)
RANGE: 662 miles (1,065 kilometers; 575 nautical miles)
CEILING: 25,000 feet (7,620 meters; 4.73 miles)
ARMAMENT
None.
None.
VARIANTS
Series Model Variants
• Metroliner - Base Series Name
• SA226
• SA226-TC Metro / Metro II
• SA226-AT Merlin IVA
• SA227 Metro III
• SA227-AC
• SA227-BC
• SA227-AT Merlin IVC / Expediter
• Metro 23
• SA227-CC
• SA227-DC
• C-26 "Metroliner"
Series Model Variants
• Metroliner - Base Series Name
• SA226
• SA226-TC Metro / Metro II
• SA226-AT Merlin IVA
• SA227 Metro III
• SA227-AC
• SA227-BC
• SA227-AT Merlin IVC / Expediter
• Metro 23
• SA227-CC
• SA227-DC
• C-26 "Metroliner"
MEDIA
Our Data Modules allow for quick visual reference when comparing a single entry against contemporary designs. Areas covered include general ratings, speed assessments, and relative ranges based on distances between major cities.
Relative Maximum Speed Rating
Hi: 400mph
Lo: 200mph
This entry's maximum listed speed (357mph).
Graph average of 300 miles-per-hour.
City-to-City Ranges
NYC
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PAR
PAR
BER
BER
MSK
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TKY
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SYD
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LAX
LAX
NYC
Graph showcases the Fairchild Swearingen Metro III's operational range (on internal fuel) when compared to distances between major cities.
Aviation Era
Useful in showcasing the era cross-over of particular aircraft/aerospace designs.
Unit Production Comparison
Comm. Market HI*: 44,000 units
Military Market HI**: 36,183 units
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600
Altitude Visualization
