Aircraft Type
De Havilland Canada DHC-2 Beaver “The Bush Plane”
The De Havilland Canada DHC-2 Beaver is an iconic bush plane renowned for its exceptional STOL (Short Take-Off and Landing) capabilities, designed to access remote and challenging terrains in Canada and around the world.
IATADHPICAODHC2Manufacturerde Havilland CanadaRange732 kmStatusIn Production
Revolutionizing bush flying and remote transportation in rugged wilderness regions like Alaska, Canada's northern territories, and other challenging geographical landscapes with its remarkable short-field performance
The DHC-2 Beaver is so legendary in aviation history that in 1987, it was named 'Aircraft of the Half-Century' by the Canadian Aviation Hall of Fame, recognizing its transformative impact on regional and utility aviation
Cabin Environment
How the De Havilland Canada DHC-2 Beaver affects jetlag recovery
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
9.22 m
Length
14.63 m
Wingspan
2.74 m
Height
Performance
732 km
Range
185 km/h
Cruise Speed
1× Pratt & Whitney R-985 Wasp Junior radial piston engine
Engines
de Havilland Canada Family
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