Doors
One forward passenger door is visible, with a separate aft service or baggage door.
Quick identification
How to identify the De Havilland Canada Dash 8-400
The Dash 8-400 combines a high wing, T-tail and six-blade propellers with one forward passenger door on each side.
The Quiz catalogue includes 4 De Havilland Canada Dash 8-400 livery references, including ANA, Ethiopian Airways, Porter Airlines, Qantas.
Engines
Six-blade propellers sit on a high-mounted wing.
Tail
A tall T-tail and long pointed nose distinguish it from the ATR 72.
Reference data
De Havilland Canada Dash 8-400 specifications
Use proportions and configuration as supporting clues; exact weights, range and cabin layouts vary by operator.
- Length
- 32.8 m
- Wingspan
- 28.4 m
- Max take-off weight
- 29.6 t
- Range
- 2,040 km
- Capacity
- Up to 90 passengers
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Reveal the De Havilland Canada Dash 8-400 clues
- Doors: One forward passenger door is visible, with a separate aft service or baggage door.
- Engines: Six-blade propellers sit on a high-mounted wing.
- Tail: A tall T-tail and long pointed nose distinguish it from the ATR 72.
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