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QantasLink Bombardier Dash 8 Q400 (VH-QOA) climbing out—Australia's regional workhorse in signature red tail livery.

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📝 Spotter's notes

QantasLink Bombardier Dash 8 Q400 (VH-QOA) climbing out—Australia's regional workhorse in signature red tail livery.

✈️ Aircraft identity

Registration VH-QOA
ICAO Type DH8D
Model Dash 8 Q400
Manufacturer De Havilland Canada (Bombardier/Q Series)
Airline Qantaslink
Airline Code QLK / QF
Livery QantasLink standard livery
Military Civilian

🔧 Technicals

Engine Pratt & Whitney Canada PW150A
Thrust 3,781 shp (2,820 kW) per engine
Wingspan 28.42 m
Length 32.8 m
Height 8.34 m
MTOW 29,257 kg
Range 2,522 km
Capacity 78 passengers
Cruise Speed 667 km/h
Noise Rating ICAO Chapter 4-compliant (quiet operation 'Q' series)

📍 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