Turboprops are more fuel efficient than jet engines with the trade off of slower cruising speed. On short distances this isn't a problem as less time to hit max

Turboprops are more fuel efficient than jet engines with the trade off of slower cruising speed. On short distances this isn't a problem as less time to hit max speed when you take into account climbing and descending for landing. ATR now owned by Airbus makes turboprop airplanes for regional airlines. They seem to be working on a hybrid electric model which should incorporate some electric motor features https://www.atr-aircraft.com/presspost/atr-paves-way-for-next-generation-of-its-best-selling-aircraft/ https://www.atr-aircraft.com/presspost/atr-paves-way-for-nex...