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QantasLink De Havilland Dash 8 Q400 climbing out under scattered clouds – a reliable workhorse of Australian regional aviation.
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QantasLink De Havilland Dash 8 Q400 climbing out under scattered clouds – a reliable workhorse of Australian regional aviation.
Aircraft identity
Registration
VH-QOI
ICAO Type
DH8D
Model
Dash 8 Q400
Manufacturer
De Havilland Canada (Bombardier)
Airline
Qantaslink
Airline Code
QLK / QF
Livery
QantasLink (standard Qantas tail)
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Pratt & Whitney Canada PW150A
Thrust
3,781 shp per engine (shaft horsepower)
Wingspan
28.4 meters
Length
32.8 meters
Height
8.3 meters
MTOW
29,257 kilograms
Range
2,522 kilometers
Capacity
78 passengers
Cruise Speed
667 kilometers per hour
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 4 compliant, 81 dB SEL (typical)
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