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QantasLink De Havilland Dash 8-Q400 (VH-QOP) at Sydney Airport, ready for another demanding Australian regional flight.

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πŸ“ Spotter's notes

QantasLink De Havilland Dash 8-Q400 (VH-QOP) at Sydney Airport, ready for another demanding Australian regional flight.

✈️ Aircraft identity

Registration VH-QOP
ICAO Type DH8D
Model Dash 8-Q400
Manufacturer De Havilland Canada
Airline Qantaslink
Airline Code QLK / QF
Livery QantasLink standard
Military Civilian

πŸ”§ Technicals

Engine Pratt & Whitney Canada PW150A
Thrust 3,781 shp (shaft horsepower) per engine
Wingspan 28.4 m
Length 32.8 m
Height 8.3 m
MTOW 29,257 kg
Range 2,040 km
Capacity 78 passengers
Cruise Speed 667 km/h
Noise Rating ICAO Chapter 4 compliant; approx. 70–75 dB(A) on approach

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