Aircraft

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📝 Spotter's notes

This livery is specially designed for the University of Alaska Fairbanks and is a spotter favorite due to its unique blue and gold colors and bear logo on the tail.

✈️ Aircraft identity

ICAO Type DH8D
Model Dash 8 Q400
Manufacturer De Havilland Canada (Bombardier)
Airline Alaska Horizon
Airline Code QXE / QX
Livery Alaska Horizon (Alaska Nanooks/University of Alaska special livery)
Military Civilian

🔧 Technicals

Engine Pratt & Whitney Canada PW150A
Thrust 5,071 shp (3,783 kW) per engine (shaft horsepower)
Wingspan 28.42 m
Length 32.8 m
Height 8.34 m
MTOW 29,257 kg
Range 2,522 km
Capacity 76-78 passengers
Cruise Speed 667 km/h
Noise Rating ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, 81-85 dB on takeoff (varies by configuration)

📍 Location

Airport Code FAI/PAFA
Airport Name Fairbanks International Airport