De Havilland Canada (formerly Bombardier) Dash 8 Q400

08 Feb 2026 · © Unknown

Captured during rotation on a regional runway. The Dash 8 Q400 is notable for its quiet ('Q' for 'Quiet') operation and larger passenger capacity compared to most turboprops.

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De Havilland Canada (formerly Bombardier) DHC-8-400 (Dash 8 Q400)

De Havilland Canada (formerly Bombardier) Dash 8 Q400

De Havilland Canada (formerly Bombardier) DHC-8-402Q Dash 8 (Q400)

Aircraft

Dash 8 Q400 DH8D

NJE (National Jet Express)

VH-BQB

Registration

Airline

National Jet Express

JTE / NC

Manufacturer

De Havilland Canada (formerly Bombardier)

Insights

Aviation History

The Dash 8 Q400 is the largest model in the Dash 8 series, widely used for regional routes, and noted for its speed and efficiency as a turboprop.

Fleet Rarity

Moderately common among regional airlines, but less common than E-Jets or A320 family.

Record Flights

Used on some of the longest scheduled turboprop routes in its class, typically up to ~2,000 km.

Safety & Events

Generally a safe aircraft with a few notable landing gear and propeller-related incidents (none specific to this airframe known).

Future Outlook

Still widely operated, especially in Australia, Canada, and Europe, but production is intermittent.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney Canada PW150A

Engine

28.42 m

Wingspan

32.84 m

Length

2,522 km

Range

667 km/h

Speed

82 passengers

Capacity

29,257 kg

MTOW

8.34 m

Height

Each engine: 3,781 kW (5,071 shp) (turboprop power)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (83 dB on approach, varies by test)

Noise