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QantasLink's Bombardier Dash 8 Q400 regional turboprop, registration VH-Q4A, waits on a misty runway at Sydney.

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πŸ“ Spotter's notes

QantasLink's Bombardier Dash 8 Q400 regional turboprop, registration VH-84A, waits on a misty runway at Sydney.

✈️ 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 standard livery
Military Civilian

πŸ”§ Technicals

Engine Pratt & Whitney Canada PW150A
Thrust Each engine: 5,071 shp (shaft horsepower)
Wingspan 28.42 meters
Length 32.81 meters
Height 8.34 meters
MTOW 29,257 kilograms
Range 2,522 kilometers
Capacity 78 passengers
Cruise Speed 667 kilometers per hour
Noise Rating ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, 76 dB takeoff (typical)

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