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QantasLink Dash 8-Q400 (VH-LQH) climbing out with its twin turboprops spinning, a reliable workhorse of Australia's regional skies.
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QantasLink Dash 8-Q400 (VH-LQH) climbing out with its twin turboprops spinning, a reliable workhorse of Australia's regional skies.
Aircraft identity
Registration
VH-LQH
ICAO Type
DH8D
Model
Dash 8-Q400
Manufacturer
De Havilland Canada
Airline
Qantaslink
Airline Code
QLK / QF
Livery
QantasLink standard livery
Military
Civilian
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
2,522 km
Capacity
78 passengers
Cruise Speed
667 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 4 compliant; 77.9 dB on approach
Location
Airport Code
SYD/YSSY
Airport Name
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
Viewing Spot
Shep’s Mound
Camera
Device
FUJIFILM X-S10
Lens
XC 50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS II