Aviair De Havilland Canada Dash 8 Q400
Aviair Dash 8 Q400 · 74 seats · Economy
Aviair Dash 8-Q400
Aviair operates the Dash 8-Q400 on scheduled and charter services across the Kimberley and Pilbara regions of Western Australia. It carries 74 passengers in a 2-2 all-economy layout. The Q400 is a modern turboprop with six-blade propellers and active noise vibration suppression, making it one of the quieter turboprop options. Routes serve communities like Halls Creek, Fitzroy Crossing, and connections between Kununurra, Broome, and Perth.
Best Seats on the Aviair Dash 8 Q400
Front rows (1-4) are ahead of the propellers (mounted at approximately rows 6-10) and are the quietest seats. The 2-2 layout means every seat is window or aisle -- no middle seats. Window seats on Kimberley routes are worth requesting specifically for the spectacular views of gorges, waterfalls, and red rock formations. Left-side windows often provide the best views on flights in and out of Kununurra.
Seats to Avoid
Rows 6-10 in the propeller zone are the noisiest section, though the Q400's noise suppression system makes this less pronounced than on older turboprops. Rear rows (16-19) are quieter than mid-cabin but furthest from the exit. On a 74-seat aircraft, deplaning is quick from any position, so noise avoidance is the primary seat selection criterion.
Cabin Specifications
This Aviair De Havilland Canada Dash 8 Q400 features 74 seats in a Economy configuration. Our analysis has identified 10 seats rated as "Best" or "Good" for comfort and convenience.