De Havilland Canada DHC-8-400 Dash 8/8Q

Aircraft Information De Havilland Canada DHC-8-400 Dash 8/8Q

De Havilland Canada DHC-8-400 Dash 8/8Q is a turboprop passenger aircraft developed and manufactured by the Canadian company De Havilland Canada. It was created based on the DHC-8-300 Dash 8 model and has improved features such as more powerful engines and increased range.

The DHC-8-400 Dash 8/8Q can carry up to 78 passengers depending on the cabin configuration. Its maximum range is approximately 2,500 km, and the maximum speed is 667 km/h. The aircraft has a length of 32.8 m, a wingspan of 28.4 m, and a height of 8.4 m.

The DHC-8-400 Dash 8/8Q is widely used in regional aviation, especially in North America and Europe. It is also used as a cargo aircraft and for special missions such as border patrol and firefighting. Currently, De Havilland Canada is a subsidiary of Longview Aviation Capital, which continues the production and servicing of the DHC-8-400 Dash 8/8Q.

Technical information about the De Havilland Canada DHC-8-400 Dash 8/8Q

- Length: 32.8 m

- Speed: 667 km/h

- Engine: Pratt & Whitney Canada PW150A

- Size: 8.4 m (height), 28.4 m² (wing area)

- Wingspan: 28.4 m

- Range: 2,380 km

- Weight: 22,200 kg (maximum takeoff weight)

The most comfortable and safe places on the plane

Like in most commercial aircraft, the safest seats in the De Havilland Canada DHC-8-400 Dash 8/8Q are the rows at the front and back of the cabin. This is because in the event of a landing or takeoff accident, these seats are closer to the exits and allow for a faster and safer evacuation from the aircraft.

In addition, experts recommend choosing window seats as they provide better visibility and allow for better spatial orientation in the event of an accident.

It is also advisable to avoid seats near the wings and engines as it may be noisier and vibrations may be more noticeable.

Some airlines also offer special seats for passengers with limited mobility, which provide additional space and amenities.

In general, the choice of seats in the De Havilland Canada DHC-8-400 Dash 8/8Q aircraft depends on the individual preferences and needs of the passenger. However, when choosing a seat, it is worth considering the recommendations of safety experts and flight comfort.