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Bombardier Dhc Dash 8 300

Operating costs & specifications · Turboprops

$1,191,875annual budget · 325 hrs/yr
$3,055variable cost / hour
$11.31cost per nm
185.0gph fuel burn
$4,000,000avg pre-owned asking

Annual cost breakdown

Low useHigh use
Hours / year200325
Fuel$266,400$432,900
Fixed$199,000$199,000
Variable$611,000$992,875
Total / hour$4,050$3,667

Performance & dimensions

Range1,000 nm
Cruise speed265 kts · 305 mph
Seating2 crew + 54 passengers
Cabin H × W × L6' 4" × 8' 2" × 41' 5"
Interior volume2174 ft³
Takeoff / landing3900 ft / 2400 ft

About this plane

The Bombardier DHC Dash 8-300 has a variable operating cost of $2,918 per hour. It offers a range of 900 nautical miles and cruises at a normal speed of 270 knots (311 mph), with an average fuel burn of 185 gallons per hour. The cabin of the Bombardier Dash 8-300 measures 6'4" high, 8'2" wide, and 41'5" long, delivering 2,174 cubic feet of interior volume. In a standard airline layout, it accommodates up to 56 passengers, offering increased capacity and a smoother ride compared to the Dash 8-100. Designed for regional operations, the Dash 8-300 requires 3,900 feet for takeoff and 2,400 feet for landing, allowing access to smaller airports and challenging runways making it a favored option among regional carriers. Get a Personalized Demo See AviaCost in action with a tailored walkthrough of Bombardier DHC Dash 8-300 's full ownership model — including trip costs, depreciation, and branded PDF reports.

Range from your airport

This model's range: 1,000 nm · 265 kt cruise

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