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PROVEN PLATFORMS. MISSION-READY PERFORMANCE.

INTRODUCING DE HAVILLAND DEFENCE

De Havilland Defence – a focused approach to delivering special mission aircraft solutions from De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (DHC).

Special mission aircraft that are designed for today’s complex defence and security environments. Building on a proud legacy of Canadian aerospace engineering, our aircraft bring unmatched reliability, rugged performance, and adaptability for the missions that matter most.

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Approximately 350 DHC aircraft are operating in special mission roles worldwide.

Twin Otter Guardian

On wheels, skis, or floats—no strip, no problem. From Arctic resupply to desert special forces insertion, the Twin Otter Guardian is the aircraft built in Canada and made for the world.

De Havilland Canadair 515

The world’s only purpose-built amphibious firefighting aircraft. The DHC 515 is ready to respond.

Special Mission Dash 8

One platform. Mission-configurable. Long-range. Low maintenance. Turboprop economics and jet-like performance. Adaptable by design. The Dash 8 is built for persistence and precision on every front.

SD3-60 Sherpa

Tactical lift: the Sherpa can handle the load. Both lightweight and powerful, its expansive interior, and “drive-on/drive-off” door gives the Sherpa the versatility to meet whatever the world throws at it.