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A QantasLink (Qantas regional) Bombardier Dash 8 Q400 in climb, showing its distinctive high tail and red kangaroo livery.
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A QantasLink (Qantas regional) Bombardier Dash 8 Q400 in climb, showing its distinctive high tail and red kangaroo livery.
Aircraft identity
Registration
VH-84A
ICAO Type
DH8D
Model
Dash 8 Q400
Manufacturer
De Havilland Canada (Bombardier)
Airline
Qantaslink
Airline Code
QLK / QF
Livery
QantasLink (Qantas regional livery)
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Pratt & Whitney PW150A
Thrust
3,781 shp (shaft horsepower, each engine)
Wingspan
28.4 meters
Length
32.8 meters
Height
8.3 meters
MTOW
29,257 kilograms
Range
2,522 kilometers
Capacity
78 passengers
Cruise Speed
667 kilometers per hour
Noise Rating
Quieter than earlier models due to ANVS, ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (about 78-82 dB on takeoff)
Location
Airport Code
SYD/YSSY
Airport Name
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
Viewing Spot
Shep’s Mound
Camera
Device
FUJIFILM X-S10
Lens
XC 50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS II