QantasLink De Havilland Dash 8-Q400 (VH-TQZ) on the ramp at night, ready for regional operations.
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QantasLink De Havilland Dash 8-Q400 (VH-TQZ) on the ramp at night, ready for regional operations.
Aircraft identity
Registration
VH-TQZ
ICAO Type
DH8D
Model
Dash 8-Q400
Manufacturer
De Havilland Canada (now Viking Air)
Airline
Qantaslink
Airline Code
QLK / QF
Livery
QantasLink standard livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Pratt & Whitney Canada PW150A
Thrust
Not applicable (turboprop, each engine: 5,071 shp)
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 (up to 77 dB on approach)
Location
Airport Code
SYD/YSSY
Airport Name
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
Viewing Spot
Back section of the domestic hub
Camera
Device
FUJIFILM X-S10
Lens
XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR