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QantasLink Bombardier Dash 8 Q400 (VH-QOP) on the taxiway at Sydney Airport with the city skyline behind.
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QantasLink Bombardier Dash 8 Q400 (VH-QOP) on the taxiway at Sydney Airport with the city skyline behind.
Aircraft identity
Registration
VH-QOP
ICAO Type
DH8D
Model
Dash 8 Q400
Manufacturer
De Havilland Canada/Bombardier
Airline
QantasLink
Livery
QantasLink (Qantas regional brand) standard livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Pratt & Whitney Canada PW150A
Thrust
Fastest prop speed 4.5 tons per engine (not typically quoted in jet thrust terms)
Wingspan
28.4 meters
Length
32.8 meters
Height
8.3 meters
MTOW
29,257 kg
Range
2,522 km
Capacity
78 passengers
Cruise Speed
667 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 4 (74-78 dB approach noise)
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