description Short 360 Overview
The Short 360, also known as the SD3-60, is a British twin-engine turboprop commuter aircraft built by Short Brothers during the 1980s. Developed from the Short 330, it has a stretched fuselage, a revised rear section, and a conventional single vertical tail, while retaining the family’s distinctive boxy cabin design. The aircraft entered airline service in 1982 and was configured to carry up to 39 passengers on regional routes.
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What was the Short 360 designed for?
The Short 360 was designed as a regional commuter aircraft for short routes with frequent takeoffs and landings. It is a twin-engine turboprop developed by Short Brothers in the United Kingdom.
How is the Short 360 related to the Short 330?
The Short 360 is a stretched and revised development of the Short 330. It added a more conventional rear fuselage and a single vertical tail while retaining the same general family design.
How many engines does the Short 360 have?
The aircraft uses two turboprop engines mounted on the wings. Engine variants included Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A turboprops on many examples.
What is another name for the Short 360?
The aircraft is also known as the SD3-60. It entered service in the 1980s and was used by regional airlines and commuter operators.
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