Aircraft Type
De Havilland Canada Dash 8-400 “Dash 8 Q400”
The De Havilland Canada Dash 8-400 is a versatile regional turboprop aircraft designed for efficient short to medium-haul routes, offering airlines a reliable and economical transportation solution with excellent operational flexibility.
Renowned for its exceptional fuel efficiency, quiet cabin, and ability to operate effectively in challenging regional and remote airport environments with shorter runways
The Dash 8-400 features innovative noise and vibration suppression technology, making it significantly quieter than many competing regional aircraft, which has been a key selling point for passenger comfort
Cabin Environment
How the De Havilland Canada Dash 8-400 affects jetlag recovery
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
32.8 m
Length
28.4 m
Wingspan
8.3 m
Height
Performance
2,040 km
Range
667 km/h
Cruise Speed
2× Pratt & Whitney Canada PW150A
Engines
de Havilland Canada Family
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How It Compares
vs. ATR 72-600
✓Longer range (2040 km vs 1528 km)
✗Lower fuel efficiency
vs. Embraer E175
✓Lower operating costs for regional routes
✗Smaller passenger capacity (90 vs 76 seats)
vs. Bombardier CRJ-900
✓Better cabin noise level (77 dB)
✗Slightly shorter range