Regional Connectivity

Calgary – October 18, 2026 -- De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited has delivered the first of two Twin Otter Classic 300-G aircraft to Ethiopian Airlines, Africa's largest airline, with the second unit scheduled for later in 2026.

Ethiopian Airlines targets remote communities and tourism routes with the new aircraft

The aircraft will support the carrier's push to expand regional connectivity across Ethiopia and East Africa. Ethiopian Airlines plans to use it to reach remote communities, tourism destinations and lake regions.

Mesfin Tasew, Group Chief Executive Officer of Ethiopian Airlines, called the delivery an important milestone in the carrier's regional growth strategy. He said the aircraft will support tourism, economic development and essential air services.

Farnborough – October 18, 2026 -- De Havilland Canada signed a letter of intent with Maldivian, the Maldives' national airline Island Aviation Services Limited, for two DHC-6 Twin Otter Classic 300-G aircraft at the Farnborough Airshow. The order would mark the first Classic 300-G deliveries to the Maldives, the world's largest Twin Otter operating market.

Island Aviation Services would become first Classic 300-G operator in the Maldives

The deal covers two aircraft. Island Aviation Services Limited links Malé with communities, resorts and remote islands across the Maldivian archipelago. The airline says the new aircraft will strengthen its service while supporting tourism and regional transportation growth.