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The Ultimate STOL DHC-7 January 2021
DeHavilland of Canada had a unique history with STOL aircraft. The Beavers and Otters served inaccessible destinations primarily in Canada and Alaska, with wheels, skis and floats. By 1964, the demand existed for a larger updated aircraft, resulting in the enormously successful DHC-6 Twin Otter. The Twin Otter's role expanded far beyond the uniquely northern missions of its predecessors, and DeHavilland put nearly 1000 to work serving Commuter Airlines around the world.
A decade later, The DHC-7 was born, an actual airliner, with the exceptional STOL performance of earlier models. Though demand for such an aircraft was limited, the DHC-7 filled its role in many diverse environments, which ultimately led to the more practical and successful DHC-8 series.
Following are some postcard views of this remarkable airliner. |
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