De Havilland Canada / Bombardier Dash 8 Q400

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08 May 2026 · © Unknown

A De Havilland Canada Dash 8 Q400 powers down the runway in rainy, low-visibility conditions.

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Aviation History

One of the most successful modern regional turboprops; high-frequency short-haul specialist.

Fleet Rarity

Q400 is common, with several hundred in service globally (not a rare bird).

Record Flights

Used on some of the world\'s shortest and busiest regional routes.

Safety & Events

Q400s have had several high-profile landing gear incidents historically.

Future Outlook

Still widely in service but being replaced on some routes by regional jets.

Pratt & Whitney Canada PW150A

Engine

28.4 m

Wingspan

32.8 m

Length

2,520 km

Range

667 km/h

Speed

74 passengers

Capacity

29,257 kg

MTOW

8.3 m

Height

Propeller: 3,781 shp (shaft horsepower) each

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant

Noise