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DASH 8-200

Virtualcol FS Software

VIRTUALCOLDASH 8DE HAVILLANDCANADAQ200

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The De Havilland Dash 8 has proven to be a popular player in the regional turboprop airliner market. De Havilland Canada began development of the Dash 8 in the late 1970s in response to what it saw as a considerable market demand for a new generation 30 to 40 seat commuter airliner. The first flight of the first of two preproduction aircraft was on June 20 1983, while Canadian certification was awarded on September 28 1984. The first customer delivery was to NorOntair of Canada on October 23 1984. Like the Dash 7, the Dash 8 features a high-mounted wing and tail and has an advanced flight control system and considerable full-length trailing edge flaps. Production since switched to the improved performance Dash 8-200. Announced in 1992 and delivered from April 1995 the -200 features more powerful PW123C engines which give a 56km/h (30kt) increase in cruising speed, as well as greater commonality with the stretched Dash 8300. From the second quarter of 1996 all Dash 8s delivered have been fitted with a computer-controlled noise and vibration suppression system (or NVS). To reflect this the designation was changed to Dash 8Q (Q for `quiet'). In 1998 that was changed again to Dash 8 Q200 when a new interior was introduced.

Virtualcol takes pride in presenting the second version of the package of three models of this series, the DASH 8-200. This model has analogue instruments with digital PFD and MFD, including the FMS used in all subsequent versions. This model includes:

  • Full details of the cockpit

  • Analogue indicators as accurate as possible as the original model

  • PFD accurate as possible to real

  • MFD operative in FULL and ARC mode, and MAP option in a “fixed position to NORTH” based on GPS data taken from the GNS530 developed by Working Title Studio that may be activated only in mode ARC.

  • Sound worked based on propeller movements

  • FMS (UNS) developed by Working Title Studio

  • Flight dynamics as possible with the real model

  • Tablet with help to open doors, Flight attendant voices, and start engines assisted.

  • This model is not a study-level model, but we worked as accurately as possible to replicate the real model.

  • Still doesn't have Navigraph and Simbrief service, but we are working on that for future updates.

  • 18 liveries:

  • Aires Colombia

  • Air Greenland

  • Air Kenya

  • Air Niugini

  • America West Express

  • Aurora

  • British European

  • Flugfelag Islands

  • Icelandair

  • LC Perú

  • Lufthansa (Augsburg Airways)

  • Maldivian

  • Sata

  • United Express

  • US Airways Express

  • Qantas Link

  • Wideroe

  • Virtualcol base white This airplane is similar to DASH 8-100, but the differences are basically: the avionics, engine power and this model incorporate the APU. Also, modifications included in the last update for model -100, were included here too. WARNING: Please bear in mind: This model isn't a study-level model, but for the price, we are sure to offer a product that is as real as possible. NOT REFUND GIVENS!

The de Havilland Canada Dash 8 Series 200 is a high-wing, twin-turboprop regional airliner with seating for up to 39. First delivered in April of 1995, its airframe is identical to that of its progenitor, the Dash 8 Series 100, but with more powerful engines for improved performance.

The Dash 8 Series 200 features a predominantly straight main wing with only a slight sweep to both its leading and trailing edges and a T-tail comprising a robust vertical stabilizer. The aircraft is powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW123C engines that each produce 2,150 horsepower, giving the Series 200 a cruising speed of 309 miles per hour, a ceiling of 25,000 feet, and a range of 1,250 miles. While basic performance numbers are similar to those of the Series 100, the more powerful turboprops of the Series 200 make it about 30 miles per hour faster at the top end than its predecessor. The added power also makes the Series 200 a great workhorse in hot climates and at high-altitude airports.

A classic and widely-used regional airliner, the de Havilland Canada Dash 8 Series 200 gives pilots of all experience levels a platform to both hone their aviation skillsets and push their boundaries in pursuit of operating larger, more complex aircraft.

VERSION 1.25.11 RELEASED FEBRUARY 19, 2026