The Bombardier DHC Dash 8-100 has a variable operating cost of $2,893 per hour. It offers a range of 975 nautical miles and cruises at a normal speed of 265 knots (305 mph), with an average fuel burn of 165 gallons per hour. The cabin of the Bombardier Dash 8-100 measures 6’4″ high, 8’2″ wide, and 30’0″ long, delivering 1,574 cubic feet of interior volume. In a standard airline configuration, it accommodates up to 39 passengers, making it an efficient choice for regional carriers and cargo operators alike. Designed for high-frequency, short-haul routes, the Dash 8-100 requires just 3,500 feet for takeoff and 2,400 feet for landing, allowing it to operate easily from smaller airports and remote airstrips.
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Bombardier DHC Dash 8-100 | Aircraft Ownership & Operating Costs Calculator
General Specifications
Typical Seating Capacity
2
/
37
Seat Full Range
975
/
1122
Normal Cruise
265
/
305
Avg Pre Owned Price
3000000
Cost Per NM
11

Sample Budget
Bombardier DHC Dash 8-100
Sample Budget
Annual Owner Hours | 200 hours per year | 325 hours per year |
---|---|---|
Mileage | 51000 NM | 82875 NM |
Fuel Cost | $206250 | $335156 |
Total Fixed Cost | $455400 | $455400 |
Total Variable Cost | $578650 | $940306 |
Total Hourly Cost | $5170 | $4294 |
UTILIZATION LEVELS
Typical Seating Capacity
51000
Total Hrs
51000
Mileage for Owner Hours (NM)
51000
HOURLY VARIABLE COST
ANNUAL FIXED COST
$
370,000
$
40,800
$
$
$
108,000
$
$
610,000
$
503,813
$
106,188
ANNUAL VARIABLE COST
28,375
$
177,344
$
72,000
27,625
44,375
0
0
72,000
$
98,750
$
40,625
$
388,719
ANNUAL BUDGET
$
494,906
MONTHLY BUDGET
$
41,242