De Havilland Aircraft of Canada has hit a milestone with the delivery of its 1,000th DHC-6 Twin Otter, which, along with the 999th, has joined SATENA’s fleet, a Colombian state-owned regional airline.
The Twin Otter was first designed as a regional aircraft to improve connectivity to the rugged conditions of the Canadian North, taking its first flight on 20 May 1965. Celebrating its 60th anniversary last year, the aircraft’s reach has spread across the globe and is a staple aircraft for remote communities.
“Delivering our 1000th Twin Otter is a proud milestone for De Havilland Canada,” said Brian Chafe, CEO of De Havilland Canada. “Built to connect people in the world’s most challenging environments, the Twin Otter’s success reflects the skill and dedication of our teams and the trust our customers have placed in this aircraft for generations. We’re pleased to see it continue serving communities around the world.”
“We are honoured to receive the 1,000th Twin Otter,” commented Major General Óscar Zuluaga, President of SATENA. “This aircraft will play a vital role in strengthening connectivity throughout Colombia. As we welcome our fourth De Havilland Canada aircraft, we celebrate not only a milestone in aviation history, but a continued commitment to serving communities that rely on us every day.”
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