De Havilland Canada DHC-7 Dash 7
Summary
Category | Transport aircraft |
Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
First flight | 27 March 1975 |
Year of introduction | 1978 |
Number produced | 113 units |
Description
The De Havilland Canada DHC-7 Dash 7 is a military aircraft that was developed as a regional utility transport. It was designed to operate in diverse environments, including short runways and unpaved airstrips. With its robust construction and high-lift wings, the Dash 7 is capable of performing various missions such as troop and cargo transport, medical evacuation, and search and rescue operations. The aircraft offers a spacious cabin layout, facilitating comfortable transportation of personnel and equipment. The DHC-7 Dash 7 has seen deployment in numerous military forces worldwide, where it continues to fulfill its role as a reliable and versatile utility aircraft.
Technical specifications
Version: DHC-7-102 | |
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Maximum speed | 451 km/h (280 mph) |
Wing area | 80 m² (861.1 sqft) |
Wingspan | 28 m (91.9 ft) |
Height | 8.0 m (26.2 ft) |
Length | 23.6 m (77.4 ft) |
Service ceiling | 6401 m (21001 ft) |
Empty weight | 12542 kg (27650 lbs) |
Max. takeoff weight | 19958 kg (44000 lbs) |
Powerplant | 4 × turboprops Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-50 delivering 835 kW |
Current operating countries
Country | Units | ||
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United States | 4 |
Numbers in parentheses, e.g. '(+5)', indicate units ordered but not yet delivered.