What are the disadvantages of turboprop?
Limited Cruising Altitude Planes with turboprop engines are typically limited to a lower cruising altitude than jet engines, capping at around 25,000-30,000 feet. Because of this, turboprops are also more susceptible to turbulence, noise, and inclement weather. Jets usually require a runway of 5,000 ft. While many jets can land at regional airports, which are smaller than commercial runways, turboprops go one better by flying to even smaller airports.