Ethiopian Airlines takes delivery of new twin Otter classic 300-G aircraft

Ethiopian Airlines Group, has announced the delivery of the first of two DHC-6 Twin Otter Classic 300-G aircraft from De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited.

The addition of the aircraft will support Ethiopian Airlines’ efforts to expand domestic connectivity and provide access to remote areas and tourism destinations across Ethiopia.

Commenting on the arrival of the new aircraft, Mesfin Tasew, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO, stated: “The acquisition of the DHC-6 Twin Otter Classic 300-G aircraft will complement the extensive domestic air transport service provided by Ethiopian Airlines.

“This new aircraft is configured for multi-purpose missions, including charter operation to tourist destinations, airport calibration, aerial surveys, air ambulance and others.

“Our commitment to promoting tourism and providing essential air services in Ethiopia will remain at the core of our strategic objectives.”

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“We appreciate Ethiopian Airlines’ confidence in De Havilland Canada and the Twin Otter Classic 300-G,” said Ryan DeBrusk, Vice President, Sales and Marketing, De Havilland Canada.

“The Twin Otter’s proven reliability, versatility, and ability to operate in challenging environments make it well suited to the diverse missions Ethiopian Airlines will undertake across the region. We value the trust Ethiopian Airlines has placed in De Havilland Canada and look forward to supporting their continued growth and commitment to connecting communities throughout East Africa.”

The Twin Otter Classic 300-G combines the legendary aircraft’s proven short takeoff and landing (STOL) performance and greater payload capability with a modern Garmin G1000 integrated flight deck, new lightweight cabin seats, enhanced electrical systems, and upgraded cockpit ergonomics. Its versatility delivers greater operational efficiency and mission flexibility while retaining the rugged capabilities required to operate reliably in remote and challenging environments.

This acquisition marks the introduction of the 300-G into Ethiopian Airlines’ fleet and underscores the airlines commitment to connecting communities across diverse and remote regions.

Ifeoma Okeke-Korieocha

Ifeoma Okeke-Korieocha is the Aviation Correspondent at BusinessDay Media Limited, publishers of BusinessDay Newspapers. She is also the Deputy Editor, BusinessDay Weekender Magazine, the Saturday Weekend edition of BusinessDay. She holds a BSC in Mass Communication from the prestigious University of Nigeria, Nsukka and a Masters degree in Marketing at the University of Lagos. As the lead writer on the aviation desk, Ifeoma is responsible and in charge of the three weekly aviation and travel pages in BusinessDay and BDSunday. She also overseas and edits all pages of BusinessDay Saturday Weekender. She has written various investigative, features and news stories in aviation and business related issues and has been severally nominated for award in the category of Aviation Writer of the Year by the Nigeria Media Nite-Out awards; one of the Nigeria’s most prestigious media awards ceremonies. Ifeoma is a one-time winner of the prestigious Nigeria Media Merit Award under the 'Aviation Writer of the Year' Category. She is the 2025 Eloy Award winner under the Print Media Journalist category. She has undergone several journalism trainings by various prestigious organisations. Ifeoma is also a fellow of the Female Reporters Leadership Fellowship of the Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism.