Sharp Airlines Fairchild Metro 23
Sharp Airlines Metro 23 · 19 seats · Economy
Sharp Airlines Fairchild Metro 23
Sharp Airlines operates the Metro 23 on Bass Strait island services to Flinders Island and King Island, plus Victorian regional routes. It carries 19 passengers in a 1-1 layout. The Metro 23 is the updated Metroliner variant with improved engines and systems. Flights are typically 30-60 minutes across Bass Strait, where weather can be significant and the aircraft's pressurised cabin is essential.
Best Seats on the Sharp Airlines Metro 23
Every seat on the Metro 23 is a window seat with direct aisle access thanks to the 1-1 layout. Front rows (1-3) are the quietest, ahead of the propellers. If you're prone to motion sickness, sit forward -- the front of the aircraft has less pitch and yaw movement in the turbulent conditions common over Bass Strait.
Seats to Avoid
Mid-cabin rows (5-7) alongside the propeller disc are the noisiest. The aircraft is small and loud by modern standards -- earplugs are recommended. With only 19 seats, deplaning takes under two minutes from any position. The main advice is simply to sit as far forward as possible for the quietest ride.
Cabin Specifications
This Sharp Airlines Fairchild Metro 23 features 19 seats in a Economy configuration. Our analysis has identified 5 seats rated as "Best" or "Good" for comfort and convenience.