Ethiopian Airlines Orders Two Twin Otter 300-G Aircraft from De Havilland Canada

Ethiopian Airlines Orders Two Twin Otter 300-G Aircraft from De Havilland Canada

Paris, France, June 17, 2025 – 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 the addition of the Classic 300-G to their current fleet of Dash 8-400s demonstrates their confidence in De Havilland Canada and the 300-G’s capabilities to support vital regional fleet to deliver connectivity, tourism, and development missions.”

The 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 scenic 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 regional 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.”

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.