The DHC-8 is well suited to accomplish the mission of detecting, disrupting, and interdicting maritime smuggling.
Q200 and Q300. These are some of the most fuel efficient aircraft in operation
This maritime patrol aircraft can also be convert- ed to a cargo configuration or into a passenger aircraft, making it an ideal aircraft to respond to natural disasters and other emergencies. In 2010, the Caribbean Air and Marine Branch used this aircraft to assist with the relocation of emergency personnel and medical equipment during the crisis following the massive earth- quake in Haiti.
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Upgrade of DHC model. HC? Used in HAITI emergency after earthquake.