Paris, France, June 18, 2025 – De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (De Havilland Canada) is pleased to announce the sale of one Twin Otter Classic 300-G aircraft to the United States Air Force (USAF) for the Guatemala Air Force. This acquisition underscores the enduring reputation of the Twin Otter as the world’s most versatile and rugged utility aircraft, trusted by governments and operators in the most challenging environments.
The Twin Otter Classic 300-G, the latest generation of the legendary aircraft, combines advanced avionics, enhanced payload capacity, and modern safety systems with the proven short takeoff and landing (STOL) performance that has made the Twin Otter a global leader in utility aviation.
“The Twin Otter Classic 300-G offers unmatched performance, versatility, and reliability for a wide range of missions—from humanitarian assistance and medical evacuation to troop transport and border surveillance,” said Ryan DeBrusk, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at De Havilland Canada.” “We are proud to support and strengthen regional connectivity through this aircraft.
The aircraft will play a key role in delivering essential services to remote and underserved regions, improve disaster response, and contribute to regional stability.
The Twin Otter continues to serve more than 60 military and government operators worldwide and has accumulated over 160 million flight hours since its introduction. With the new 300-G, De Havilland Canada reaffirms its commitment to delivering dependable and modern aviation solutions for both civil and defense applications.
About De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited
With more than 5,000 aircraft delivered, De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (De Havilland Canada) is well established across the globe and our talented team of aviation professionals is dedicated to advancing our near-100-year reputation for excellence in innovation, production, and customer support. Our aircraft operate reliably in some of the world’s harshest climates and provide vital connections between rural communities and urban centres – transporting essential cargo and millions of passengers annually. Our aircraft also support a wide variety of special mission operations including aerial firefighting, search and rescue, medical evacuation, reconnaissance, and coastal surveillance. Visit: dehavilland.com.
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