Aircraft Type
De Havilland Canada Dash 8 “Dash-8”
The De Havilland Canada Dash 8 is a versatile turboprop regional aircraft known for its reliability, efficiency, and ability to operate in challenging regional and short-haul routes with excellent performance.
IATADH8ICAODH8DManufacturerde Havilland CanadaScore5.35/10Range2,040 kmStatusIn ProductionOperators11
Revolutionizing regional air transportation by providing a perfect balance between turboprop efficiency and passenger comfort for shorter routes with smaller passenger loads
The Dash 8 has been so successful that it spawned multiple variants (Q100, Q200, Q300, Q400) and is widely used by regional airlines and commuter services around the world
Cabin Environment
How the De Havilland Canada Dash 8 affects jetlag recovery
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
32.8 m
Length
25.9 m
Wingspan
8.3 m
Height
Performance
2,040 km
Range
667 km/h
Cruise Speed
2× Pratt & Whitney Canada PW100
Engines
de Havilland Canada Family
Related aircraft variants
How It Compares
vs. ATR 72
✓Lower noise level at 76 dB compared to ATR 72's typical noise levels
✗Slightly shorter range compared to ATR 72
vs. Bombardier Q400
✓Lower cabin humidity at 5%
✗Slightly lower maximum passenger capacity
vs. Embraer E175
✓Turboprop efficiency and lower operating costs
✗Smaller passenger capacity compared to jet regional aircraft