Aircraft Type
de Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter “Bush Plane”
The de Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter is a legendary STOL (Short Take-Off and Landing) utility aircraft renowned for its versatility and reliability in challenging environments like mountain regions, remote islands, and arctic conditions.
Exceptional ability to operate in extremely challenging terrains, including unpaved runways, high altitudes, and harsh climatic conditions, making it a critical asset for bush pilots and remote community transportation
The Twin Otter has been used for scientific research in Antarctica, landing on ski-equipped surfaces, and has played crucial roles in humanitarian missions in some of the world's most inaccessible regions
Cabin Environment
How the de Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter affects jetlag recovery
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
15.77 m
Length
19.8 m
Wingspan
5.6 m
Height
Performance
1,705 km
Range
278 km/h
Cruise Speed
2× Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A turboprop
Engines
de Havilland Canada Family
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How It Compares
vs. Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander
✓Longer range (1705 km vs 1287 km)
✗Smaller passenger capacity (19 vs 27 passengers)
vs. Pilatus PC-12
✓Shorter takeoff and landing capabilities
✗Lower cruise speed and less advanced avionics
vs. Cessna Grand Caravan
✓Better short/unprepared runway performance
✗Less fuel efficiency for longer routes