Link Airways Saab 340
Link Airways Saab 340B · 34 seats · Economy
Link Airways Saab 340B
Link Airways operates the Saab 340B on its larger regional routes from Canberra to Brisbane, Newcastle, Hobart, and Queensland regional destinations. It carries 34 passengers in a 1-2 layout -- single seat on the left, pair on the right. The experience is essentially the same as Rex's Saab 340B: a reliable twin-turboprop for sectors under two hours with propeller noise, functional cabin, and scenic low-altitude flying.
Best Seats on the Link Airways 340
Seat A (single column, left side) in rows 1-3 is the premium position: window seat, no seatmate, ahead of the propellers. Front rows are noticeably quieter than mid-cabin because the propellers are mounted at approximately rows 5-8. On the right side, choose the window seat (column C) over the aisle (column B) for views on regional approaches.
Seats to Avoid
Rows 5-8 alongside the propellers are the noisiest and most vibration-prone. Avoid these if you're sensitive to noise. Rear rows (10-12) are acceptable but further from the exit. On a 34-seat aircraft, deplaning is fast regardless of position, so the noise advantage of front seating is the key consideration.
Cabin Specifications
This Link Airways Saab 340 features 34 seats in a Economy configuration. Our analysis has identified 5 seats rated as "Best" or "Good" for comfort and convenience.