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.
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Bombardier DHC Dash 8-300 | Aircraft Ownership & Operating Costs Calculator
General Specifications
Typical Seating Capacity
2
/
54
Seat Full Range
900
/
1036
Normal Cruise
270
/
311
Avg Pre Owned Price
4000000
Cost Per NM
11
Sample Budget
Bombardier DHC Dash 8-300
Sample Budget
| Annual Owner Hours | 200 hours per year | 325 hours per year |
|---|---|---|
| Mileage | 53000 NM | 86125 NM |
| Fuel Cost | $231250 | $375781 |
| Total Fixed Cost | $464000 | $464000 |
| Total Variable Cost | $583650 | $948431 |
| Total Hourly Cost | $5238 | $4346 |
UTILIZATION LEVELS
Typical Seating Capacity
53000
Total Hrs
53000
Mileage for Owner Hours (NM)
53000
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