Bombardier Dash 8 Q300

The original Dash-8 100, 200, and 300 (Dash-8) aircraft, delivered from 1984 through to the mid 1990's, established themselves as rugged and reliable turboprop aircraft. Capable of outstanding take-off and landing performance, even on unprepared airstrips, it is an ideal aircraft for airlines operating in developing regions of the world.

Subsequent deliveries of the Q100/200/300 (Q-Series) aircraft provided operators further refinements which included the Active Noise and Vibration Suppression (ANVS) system for jet like comfort.

With over 660 aircraft delivered, used Q-Series/Dash-8 aircraft continue to provide exceptional operating costs coupled with the benefits of commonality within the Q-Series family.

Variants
Series 300
 DHC-8-300 Series
    Stretched 3.43 metres (11.3 ft) over the Series 100/200, a 50–56 passenger version that entered service in 1989. The Q300 is powered by the Pratt & Whitney PW123 or PW123B or PW123E, rated at 2,380–2,500 shp or 1,774–1,864 kW.
DHC-8-301
    1989 variant powered by two PW123 engines
DHC-8-311
    1990 variant powered by two PW123A engines with revised Heath Tecna interior. In addition, the landing gear design changed to a slightly swept back design intended to prevent tail strikes.[citation needed]
DHC-8-314
    1992 variant powered by two PW123B engines
DHC-8-315
    1995 variant powered by two PW123E engines
DHC-8-300A
    Version of the DHC-8-300 with increased payload.
Q300
    Version of the DHC-8-300 with the ANVS system.
DHC-8-300 MSA
    Upgraded variant with L-3 for maritime surveillance platform.
RO-6A
    United States military designation for the DHC-8-315 for the United States Army as a reconnaissance platform.