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A rare all-white De Havilland Canada Dash 8-300 (VH-TQX) awaits its next regional journey at a major airport.

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πŸ“ Spotter's notes

A rare all-white De Havilland Canada Dash 8-300 (VH-TQX) awaits its next regional journey at a major airport.

✈️ Aircraft identity

Registration VH-TQX
ICAO Type DH8C
Model DHC-8-300 Dash 8
Manufacturer De Havilland Canada
Livery All white (no airline titles/branding visible)
Military Civilian

πŸ”§ Technicals

Engine Pratt & Whitney Canada PW123
Thrust 1,864 shp (1,390 kW) per engine
Wingspan 27.43 m
Length 25.68 m
Height 7.49 m
MTOW 19,505 kg
Range 1,558 km
Capacity 50 passengers
Cruise Speed 520 km/h
Noise Rating Compliant with ICAO Chapter 3 (approx. 75 dB at takeoff)

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 XC 50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS II