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A QantasLink Bombardier Dash 8-Q400 (VH-LQK) taxiing at Sydney Airport with the city skyline in the background.

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πŸ“ Spotter's notes

A QantasLink Bombardier Dash 8-Q400 (VH-LQK) taxiing at Sydney Airport with the city skyline in the background.

✈️ Aircraft identity

Registration VH-LQK
ICAO Type DH8D
Model Dash 8-Q400
Manufacturer De Havilland Canada (Bombardier)
Airline QantasLink
Livery QantasLink standard livery
Military Civilian

πŸ”§ Technicals

Engine Pratt & Whitney Canada PW150A
Thrust Each engine: 3,781 kW (5,071 shp)
Wingspan 28.4 meters
Length 32.8 meters
Height 8.3 meters
MTOW 29,257 kg
Range 2,522 km
Capacity 78 passengers
Cruise Speed 667 km/h
Noise Rating ICAN Annex 16, Chapter 4 compliant; EPNdB varies

πŸ“ Location

Airport Code SYD/YSSY
Airport Name Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
Viewing Spot Shep’s Mound

πŸ“· Camera

Device FUJIFILM X-S10
Lens XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR