Having operated the Dash 8 Series 100 since 2002 DAC has found it to be a stellar performer with a 99 percent dispatch reliability in conjunction with a pristine safety record. The aircraft is designed to operate in short/rough and unpaved/uneven airstrips allowing access to some of the most remote regions. The movable bulkhead of the Dash 8 100 series permits passengers and cargo to be carried simultaneously. With a 21 passenger capacity the aircraft is still able to take up to 1.5 tons of cargo. This configuration versatility allows aid workers to travel with all required supplies and equipment.