De Havilland Canada DHC-3 Otter
Summary
| Category | Training aircraft |
| Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| First flight | 12 December 1951 |
| Year of introduction | 1953 |
| Number produced | 466 units |
Description
The De Havilland Canada DHC-3 Otter is a versatile military aircraft designed and developed in Canada. It was intended to serve a range of missions, including transport of personnel, cargo, and reconnaissance operations. The Otter was primarily deployed in areas where rugged terrain and challenging weather conditions were common, as it was equipped with STOL (short takeoff and landing) capabilities. Its sturdy construction and powerful engine allowed it to operate in remote and austere environments. The DHC-3 Otter provided reliable service in various military roles, supporting logistical operations and surveillance missions without compromising performance or durability.
Technical specifications
| Version: DHC-3 | |
|---|---|
| Crew | 1 pilot |
| Maximum speed | 257 km/h (160 mph) |
| Wing area | 35 m² (376.7 sqft) |
| Wingspan | 18 m (59.1 ft) |
| Height | 3.8 m (12.6 ft) |
| Length | 12.8 m (42.0 ft) |
| Service ceiling | 5730 m (18799 ft) |
| Empty weight | 2010 kg (4431 lbs) |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3629 kg (8001 lbs) |
| Climb rate | 4.3 m/s (14.1 ft/s) |
| Powerplant | 1 × radial engine Pratt & Whitney R-1340-S1H1-G Wasp delivering 447 kW |
Current operating countries
| Country | Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
United States | 1 | |
Numbers in parentheses, e.g. '(+5)', indicate units ordered but not yet delivered.
All operators
Argentina • Australia • Bangladesh • Canada • Chile • Costa Rica • Ethiopia • Ghana • Indonesia • India • Cambodia • Myanmar • Nigeria • Nicaragua • Norway • New Zealand • Panama • Paraguay • Tanzania • United States
Photo of DHC-3 Otter
Credits: Tony Hisgett