QantasLink Dash 8 Q400 (VH-LQH) taxies at Sydney Airport, with a Singapore Airlines A380 in the background.

Want more features?

Download the PlaneSpot app to identify planes, track your spottings, and connect with other aviation enthusiasts.

Download on the App Store

πŸ“ Spotter's notes

QantasLink Dash 8 Q400 (VH-LQH) taxies at Sydney Airport, with a Singapore Airlines A380 in the background.

✈️ Aircraft identity

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

πŸ”§ Technicals

Engine Pratt & Whitney Canada PW150A
Thrust Turboprop: 3,781 shp per engine
Wingspan 28.4 meters
Length 32.8 meters
Height 8.4 meters
MTOW 29,257 kg
Range 2,522 km
Capacity Up to 78 passengers
Cruise Speed 667 km/h
Noise Rating 78-84 dB SEL (meets ICAO Chapter 4/14 standards)

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