Bombardier DHC-8-402 Pre-Buy Checklist
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Purchase Price
$400K-$2.5M
Prebuy Items
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ADs
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Insurance
$18,270
per year (experienced)
Safety Record (NTSB)
Public incident data · 1982-2025
9
Total Incidents
5
Accidents
1
Fatal
300.0
Per 1K Fleet
Raw public data from NTSB. Not a safety grade. Compare with fleet size and hours flown.
Purchase Price by Year
1970-1979
$228K-$440K
1980-1989
$305K-$587K
1990-1999
$426K-$822K
2000-2009
$609K-$1.2M
2010-2019
$914K-$1.8M
2020-present
$1.5M-$2.9M
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Bombardier DHC-8-402 cost?
Typical purchase price: $400K-$2.5M
What should I check before buying a Bombardier DHC-8-402?
Have a qualified A&P mechanic perform a thorough pre-buy inspection of the airframe, engine, avionics, and logbooks.
How much is insurance for a Bombardier DHC-8-402?
Experienced pilots: $18,270-$22,330/year.
Are there any known issues with the Bombardier DHC-8-402?
Check FAA airworthiness directives and type club resources for known issues.
Cost Summary
Purchase$400K-$2.5M
Annual Fixed$30,270/yr
Hourly Variable$670.00/hr
5-Year Total$886K-$3.4M
Engine
ModelP&W CANADA PW150A
Power4580 HP
TBO5,000 hrs
Overhaul$1,000,000-$1,500,000
Disclaimer
This guide is for informational purposes only. Always hire a qualified A&P mechanic for a professional pre-buy inspection. Data sourced from FAA records and industry benchmarks.