Dornier 228-212 vs Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander
The Do 228 (twin-turboprop commuter) and BN-2 Islander (twin-piston utility) compare a larger turboprop against a smaller, simpler piston utility twin.
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- 1996–1996
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Full Specs Comparison
| Spec / Model | Dornier 228-212 | Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander |
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| Category | Multi Engine Turboprop | — |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 2 | — |
| Cruise Speed | 200 kts (370 km/h) | — |
| Range | 560 nm (1,037 km) | — |
| Max Gross Weight | 14,110 lbs (6,400 kg) | — |
| Engines | 2 x Turboprop | — |
Which Should You Buy: Dornier 228-212 or Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander?
Bottom line: Choose the Islander for lower-cost, rugged short-field piston utility; choose the Do 228 for more capacity, turbine power and special-mission ability. Islander = simple/value; Do 228 = capacity/turbine. ================================================================ # CROSS-REFS ================================================================ - Let/Britten-Norman mirrors in those files. Do 328 = faster pressurised regional (separate). Commercial-asset pre-buy.
Pick the 228-212 if…
Pick the BN-2 Islander if…
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