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There are actually quite a few turbo prop planes in operation, both here and in Europe. They beat the little jets on shorter trips b/c they accelerate quicker, don't need to climb as high and can maintain full speed much longer since the props are much better for slowing down speeds.
Yes, SAAB still makes the JAS 39 Gripen. They're in the middle of developing the E version (and the two-seated F) now, to be delivered btw 2019 and 2024 to Sweden and Brazil.