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* DeHavilland Dash8-311 *
* DCE Dutch Caribbean Express *
* Reg# PJ-DHE *
* File d83dce22.zip *
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For FS2002 PRO only

DASH8-311 from deHavilland/Bombardier Aerospace, Canada
DCE Dutch Caribbean Express Reg# PJ-DHE

Rev6 with steerable nose gear,
New Props with tips, New LG Doors and
New motion sequences

New AF99/AA Design & original artwork by: Barry Blaisdell
Internet: barrywb@snet.net

DCE livery and night effects by Bob May
bob@wem162.worldonline.co.uk

Web Site: http://www.flightsimnetwork.com/premaircraft/

NOTAM: This aircraft is in FS2002 Format !
NOTAM: AF99 DOES NOT SUPPORT FS2002 LANDING LIGHTS
OR VIRTUAL COCKPITS, OR ROLLING WHEELS...

To install: UnZip to your FS2002\AIRCRAFT Folder using
WinZip or similar program making sure the paths option
(UseFolder Names) is turned on.


This aircraft was created by Barry Blaisdell using AF99 by Abacus Software
and consists of a 16 point round fuselage and 3D parts,
animated control surfaces, moving spoilers and landing gear.
It also has Moving Props and operating Landing Lights Added
using "Aircraft Animator".

FYI, to operate the landing lights - press CTRL L to turn them on or off.

Spec's from Jane's "All the Worlds Aircraft" Book

Wingspan: 90 FT
Length : 84'-3"
Height : 24.7 FT
Weight : Empty 25,888 lbs / Maximum Take off 43,000 lbs
Speeds : Max Cruise 284 Kts / Stall Speed with Flaps 78kts.
Power : Two 2,500 SHP P&W Canada PW 123B Turboshaft Engines
driving Hamilton-Standard 14SF-23, 4 blade 13 ft Dia Propellers.
Fuel : 835 US Gal ( standard )
Range : 878 Nautical Miles w/50 PAX, standard fuel tanks
1.177 Nautical Miles w/50 PAX, with optional LR fuel tanks
( which is the case with this Q311 model ).
Max Rate of Climb: 1,900 FPM min. at MSL.
Normal Cruise altitude : 15,100 - 16.000 ft acc. to Jane's.
- other sources state alt up to round 20.000ft "
Max. certified Alt.: 25.000 ft

February 2002

Barry Blaisdell

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LEGAL NOTICE

1. These files are for free use and enjoyment of individual hobby flightsimmers but
the copyright remains with me and any other persons who have contributed to the work.

2. The files should not be altered and cannot be incorporated into other
programs, including freeware and shareware, or published on any electronic or mechanical
media anywhere in the world without my written permission. This includes
CD's or other media offered free, whether as part of a commercial or non-commercial transaction.

3. REPAINTING. You may repaint this aircraft FOR YOUR OWN EXCLUSIVE use
without seeking permission, but if you intend to upload the repainted aircraft to any
web site or bulletin board, including a Virtual Airline site, then contact me first for
permission. I reserve the right to check the files and documentation before publication.

Barry Blaisdell
Contact me by email at: barrywb@snet.net

ALL FILES ARE Copyright 2002 by the author(s).