The story
The Q400 cruises at up to 360 knots, close to jet pace on a short hop, and burns noticeably less fuel than a regional jet doing the same trip. Those spinning props might look old-school, but on routes under 400 miles this aircraft is the smart money.
The 'Q' in Q400 stands for 'Quiet' — active noise and vibration suppression makes it surprisingly smooth for a turboprop.
Quick answers
How do you identify a Dash 8-400?
High-wing T-tail turboprop with a long, slender fuselage and six-bladed props. The main gear folds back into the long engine nacelles. Much longer than an ATR 72, which keeps its gear in pods on the fuselage.
What does a Dash 8-400 sound like?
Distinctive turboprop buzz — PW150A props create a rhythmic humming that passengers either love or hate.
How fast is the Dash 8-400?
Top speed is 360 kts.
How many passengers does the Dash 8-400 carry?
Up to 90. A typical layout is 82 (1-class).
How far can the Dash 8-400 fly?
Range is about 1,100 nmi.
How big is the Dash 8-400?
It is 107 ft 9 in long and 93 ft 3 in across the wings.
When did the Dash 8-400 first fly?
Its first flight was in 1998.
How many Dash 8-400s have been built?
585+ built.
What do crews call the Dash 8-400?
The Dash.
How rare is a Dash 8-400 in Bogey?
COMMON. Everyday traffic. You will catch plenty of these, and every first catch still counts. Your first Dash 8-400 catch is worth 25 points.
