De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (“De Havilland Canada”) is pleased to announce that Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest and most successful airline, has signed a purchase agreement for two new Twin Otter Classic 300-G aircraft. This acquisition marks the introduction of the 300-G into Ethiopian Airlines’ fleet and underscores the carrier’s commitment to connecting communities across diverse and remote regions of Ethiopia and East Africa.
The Twin Otter Classic 300-G, the latest evolution of the renowned Twin Otter family, delivers outstanding short takeoff and landing (STOL) performance, rugged reliability, and modern avionics—all features that make it ideal for regional operations, especially in areas with challenging terrain and limited infrastructure.
“We are honoured and excited to welcome Ethiopian Airlines to the Twin Otter Classic 300-G customer family,” and see the Twin Otter once again fly in Ethiopian Airline livery said Ryan DeBrusk, Vice President Sales and Marketing, De Havilland Canada. “Ethiopian Airlines has a long-standing reputation for excellence in aviation and their selection of the 300-G demonstrates their confidence in the aircraft’s capabilities to support vital regional connectivity, tourism, and development missions.”
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Download free sample pagesThe aircraft, which will be delivered in amphibious gear will be deployed to strengthen Ethiopian Airlines’ domestic and regional network, enabling the airline to access underserved airstrips, remote locations as well as Ethiopia’s sceneic great lakes regions with greater frequency and reliability. The Twin Otter’s versatility allows it to operate in both passenger and cargo configurations, supporting humanitarian, medical, and commercial operations alike.
“The addition of the Twin Otter 300-G to our fleet reflects our strategy to expand domestic connectivity and support socio-economic growth in Ethiopia and across Africa,” said Mesfin Tasew, Group CEO of Ethiopian Airlines. “We selected the 300-G for its proven performance in difficult environments and its modern enhancements that align with our operational and sustainability goals. The aircraft will be configured with additional equipment for multi-function missions including air ambulance, airport calibration and charter services.”
With more than 600 Twin Otters delivered worldwide, the aircraft has become a global benchmark for utility and reliability. The new 300-G model carries forward that legacy with improvements in payload, fuel efficiency, and flight deck technology.
