Ethiopian Informer
ADDIS ABABA (EI) — Ethiopian Airlines Group, Africa’s largest airline, 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 Ethiopian flag carrier, in a press statement issues Monday, said the addition of the two new aircraft will support its efforts to expand domestic connectivity and provide access to remote areas and tourism destinations across Ethiopia.
“The acquisition of the DHC-6 Twin Otter Classic 300-G aircraft will complement the extensive domestic air transport service provided by Ethiopian Airlines,” an Ethiopian airlines statement quoted Group CEO Mesfin Tasew as saying.
The airlines said the newly acquired aircraft is configured for multi-purpose missions, including charter operations to tourist destinations, airport calibration, aerial surveys, as well as air ambulance services.
“Our commitment to promoting tourism and providing essential air services in Ethiopia will remain at the core of our strategic objectives,” the CEO said.
“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,” the statement quoted De Havilland Canada Vice President of Sales and Marketing Ryan DeBrusk as saying.
The airlines said the Twin Otter Classic 300-G combines the aircraft’s legendary 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.
Marking the introduction of the 300-G into the Ethiopian Airlines fleet, the acquisition underscores the airline’s commitment to connecting communities across diverse and remote regions while retaining the rugged capabilities required to operate reliably with greater operational efficiency.
Operating flights to more than 160 domestic and international passenger as well as cargo destinations across five continents, the airline said it is bridging the gaps between Africa and the rest of the world.
As part of its strategic plan dubbed “Vision 2035,” the Ethiopian flag carrier is striving to become one of the top 20 most competitive and leading aviation groups in the world.
The airline is currently pursuing a multi-hub strategy through hubs in Togo’s capital of Lomé with ASKY, in Malawi’s capital Lilongwe with the Malawi Airlines, in Lusaka, Zambia with Zambia Airways, as well as in Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) with Air Congo.
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