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QantasLink Dash 8 Q400 (VH-QOD) rotating for departure – a versatile regional turboprop serving Australia's challenging air routes.
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QantasLink Dash 8 Q400 (VH-QOD) rotating for departure – a versatile regional turboprop serving Australia's challenging air routes.
Aircraft identity
Registration
VH-QOD
ICAO Type
DH8D
Model
Dash 8 Q400
Manufacturer
De Havilland Canada (formerly Bombardier)
Airline
Qantaslink
Airline Code
QLK / QF
Livery
QantasLink standard livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Pratt & Whitney Canada PW150A
Thrust
Each engine ~3,781 shp (shaft horsepower)
Wingspan
28.42 meters
Length
32.84 meters
Height
8.34 meters
MTOW
29,257 kg
Range
2,522 km
Capacity
78 passengers
Cruise Speed
667 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (approx. 78 dB on approach)
Location
Airport Code
SYD/YSSY
Airport Name
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
Viewing Spot
Shep’s Mound
Camera
Device
FUJIFILM X-S10
Lens
XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR