Bombardier DCH-8-400
General Information
Manufacturer: Bombardier
Role: Regional turbo prop airliner
First flight: June 20, 1983
Primary airlines: Horizon Air, Jazz, Qantas Link, WestJet Encore
Passenger seating: 68
Models: DHC-8-401, DHC-8-402, Q400
Features
- Pratt and Whitney Canada PW150A turboprop engines
- ANVS Noise suppression system
- Upgraded and redesigned interior configurations
Fun Facts
- The DHC-8-400 is commonly known as the Dash 8 and commercially known as the Q400.
- The Dash 8 is the most productive turboprop on the market.
- The Q400 is capable of flying at jet like speeds (415 mph), with turboprop fuel efficiency.
- The Dash 8 was the first regional turboprop aircraft to perform revenue generating flights using biofuels derived from plant-based biomass (vegetable-based oils).
- DHC-8-400 is one of the quietest turboprop aircraft both inside the cabin and outside.
- The Q400 only offers a 2×2 seating option, therefore, there are not any dreaded middle seats.
Type Rating
Pilots must earn their type rating in the Bombardier DCH-8-400 to be qualified to fly this aircraft. In most cases, the airline you fly for will get you type-rated.
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