About the Dash 8-100
The Series 100 first flew on June 20, 1983. De Havilland Canada developed it for shorter regional routes after the four-engine Dash 7. The Dash 8-100 uses two propeller engines.
Seating capacity
De Havilland Canada gives a capacity of up to 39 passengers. Aegean lists 37 passengers for its Dash 8-100, while PNG Air describes a 36-seat passenger interior. These examples show how the number can vary with the operator’s layout.
Cabin layout
PNG Air describes a single aisle with two seats on each side. In that arrangement passengers sit by the window or aisle. The operator also describes a galley, baggage compartment and lavatory. Check your airline’s seat map for the arrangement on your flight.
How to recognize a Dash 8-100
Look for a short fuselage, a high wing with one propeller engine on each side and a T-tail. The Dash 8-200 looks similar. Check the registration and full model designation to identify the series.
Variants and related aircraft
ICAO lists the Dash 8-100 and CT-142 under DH8A. The Dash 8-200 uses DH8B. The seating examples here refer to passenger Dash 8-100 aircraft.
Frequently asked questions
How many passengers can a Dash 8-100 carry?
De Havilland Canada lists up to 39. Aegean gives an example for 37 passengers and PNG Air describes an interior with 36 seats.
Do the Dash 8-100 and Dash 8-200 use the same radar code?
The Dash 8-100 uses DH8A and the Dash 8-200 uses DH8B.