Fuel Consumption?

[Karajr]

I am flying a saab340 using 2137lbs/hr The plane only holds 5100lbs can this be changed? Seems high

Thanks Jerry

[ehunyadi]

Are you making sure to retard the prop rpm's and torque after takeoff? Many (if not all) turboprops require you to set a torque and prop rpm setting
for climb and cruise. This will allow you to get the best fuel economy. Also, there should be a cruise and fast cruise setting for you in the
aircraft's operations tables. The B1900C's and B1900D's I fly have both a cruise and fast cruise based on the settings for torque and prop rpm.

[Joeflyer]

To add, if you are flying at lower altitudes, fuel consumption is going to be higher. Get that airplane high and I bet you will see a big
difference in fuel consumption.

[dannyboy2005]

Yer, what Joe Said!!

[dannyboy2005]

Or even fly with a lighter fuel/cargo load!