Bombardier Dash 8 Q400
Bombardier · DH8D
A RECAT D turboprop with 2 engines. Cruises at about 340 kts. Climbs well at 3,500 fpm.
2x TurbopropMediumRECAT DFL270 ceilingILS capable
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Engines | 2 x Turboprop |
| Weight class | Medium (M) |
| RECAT-EU category | D (Upper medium) |
| Service ceiling | 27,000 ft (FL270) |
| Max climb rate | 3,500 fpm |
| Max descent rate | 1,500 fpm |
Speed envelope
Speeds are approximate true airspeed (TAS). At cruise altitude, the Mach number is the governing limit where shown.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum speed | 100 kts |
| Landing speed | 130 kts |
| Cruise speed | ~340 kts TAS |
| Maximum speed | ~360 kts TAS |
Runway requirements
Field lengths used in the simulation for takeoff/landing calculations.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Takeoff field length | 7,413 ft / 1.22 nm / 2,259 m |
| Landing field length | 7,856 ft / 1.29 nm / 2,395 m |
Equipment
| Capability | Status |
|---|---|
| ILS approaches | Yes |
| Fix navigation | Yes |
| SRS category | 3 |
| LAHSO category | 6 |
Where you'll see it
The Bombardier Dash 8 Q400 flies with ANA All Nippon Airways, Icelandair, and WestJet among others. You'll encounter it regularly in Tokyo, Copenhagen, Toronto, Johannesburg airspace.