De Havilland Canada Hellas will also function as a strategic base for DHC’s regional operations, providing closer proximity and more responsive support to operators of De Havilland Canada’s Waterbomber aircraft across Greece. This expansion underscores De Havilland Canada’s ongoing commitment to strengthening its global customer support network and ensuring the highest levels of operational efficiency and customer success. It also reinforces the company’s long-term dedication to its customers and DHC’s commitment to operators in Greece to best support their operations for decades to come.

“We are proud to establish a regional presence in Greece, a country with a strong aviation tradition. This announcement reinforces our commitment to operators in this important market,” said Jean-Philippe Côté, Vice President, Programs and Business Improvement at De Havilland Canada. “This investment will allow us to better address the specific needs of our customers in the region, delivering faster response times, improved parts availability, and personalized support.”

Marking a key step forward in their collaboration, Mr. Côté is visiting Athens this week for high-level talks with Greek government officials. Joined by Canada’s Ambassador to Greece, Anna-Karine Asselin, he is meeting with Deputy Minister for Civil Protection Evangelos Tournas and Alternate Minister of National Economy and Finance Nikos Papathanasis. The visit aims to deepen the growing partnership and identify new opportunities for future cooperation.

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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First taking flight on May 20, 1965, the Twin Otter was designed to meet the demanding conditions of Canada’s rugged north. Over six decades, it has proven its rugged reliability across the globe — from the Arctic to the Amazon, from commuter airlines to humanitarian missions, from military operations to skydiving adventures.

“Today, we are celebrating six decades of a manufacturing and operating a Canadian-made aircraft that serves the world,” said Brian Chafe, CEO of De Havilland Canada. “The Twin Otter is more than a machine; it’s a lifeline, a workhorse, and a testament to Canadian ingenuity. We’re proud that it continues to connect the most remote corners of the world with unmatched reliability.”

The Twin Otter aircraft continues to evolve with advancements in design and technology. The current production model, the DHC-6 Twin Otter Classic 300-G, features modern avionics, enhanced performance, and is proudly manufactured in Canada. Renowned for its rugged construction and exceptional short takeoff and landing (STOL) capabilities, the Twin Otter can operate on wheels, skis, or floats—making it a preferred choice for operators in over 100 countries. With the 1000^th Twin Otter currently in production, De Havilland Canada is set to celebrate this milestone delivery later this year.

As part of the 60^th anniversary celebrations, De Havilland Canada has produced a commemorative poster available for download here.

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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De Havilland Canada
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