Ethiopian Airlines has signed a purchase agreement for two DHC-6 Twin Otter Classic 300-G aircraft from De Havilland Canada, marking the aircraft’s first entry into the airline’s fleet. The deal was announced on June 17, 2025, at the Paris Air Show.
The aircraft will be delivered with amphibious landing gear, enhancing access to remote and lake regions in Ethiopia.
The 300-G model offers enhanced short takeoff and landing (STOL) capabilities, modern avionics, and rugged reliability, ideal for challenging terrain and limited infrastructure.
Ethiopian will use the aircraft for passenger, cargo, air ambulance, charter, and airport calibration missions.
This move aligns with the airline’s strategy to expand domestic connectivity and support economic development and tourism in Ethiopia and East Africa.
The Twin Otter 300-G is the latest in a line of more than 600 aircraft delivered globally, known for their versatility and performance in difficult environments.