Sharp Airlines Fairchild Metro 23
Sharp Airlines Metro III · 19 seats · Economy
Sharp Airlines Fairchild Metro III
The Metro III is the earlier Metroliner variant in Sharp's fleet, carrying 19 passengers in a 1-1 layout on Bass Strait island services and Victorian regional routes. The experience is similar to the Metro 23 but with older engines and systems. It's a pressurised twin-turboprop designed for short-sector community flying. Flights are typically 30-60 minutes.
Best Seats on the Sharp Airlines Metro 23
Same advice as the Metro 23: front rows (1-3) are quietest. Every seat has a window and aisle access with the 1-1 layout. Seat selection has minimal impact on a 19-seat aircraft. Sit forward for the smoothest, quietest ride, especially on Bass Strait crossings where turbulence is common.
Seats to Avoid
Mid-cabin propeller zone (rows 5-7) is the noisiest section. The Metro III is marginally louder than the newer Metro 23 due to older engine technology. Earplugs recommended. On a 19-seat aircraft, no seat is dramatically worse than another -- the main variable is propeller noise proximity.
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.