Switzerland-based operator Zimex Aviation has signed a purchase agreement with De Havilland Aircraft of Canada for the acquisition of two DHC-6 Twin Otter Classic 300-G aircraft.

“As the first operator of our DHC-6 Twin Otter 400 Series aircraft, we are delighted that Zimex will be among the first to fly the new Classic 300-G,” says DHC CEO Brian Chafe. “With the same rugged airframe, the lighter weight Classic 300-G will deliver increased payload range and decreased operating costs for our customers. De Havilland Canada is once again driving the utility transport aircraft market forward.”

“We can confidently say that the Twin Otter aircraft have been the backbone of our business for the last 54 years,” adds Daniele Cereghetti, CEO of Zimex Aviation. “It brings me great excitement to once again be the launch customer for the latest series, and we are thrilled to welcome the new Twin Otter into our family. We are also immensely proud to be the first operator of the new Classic 300-G with EASA approval. Not only do we take great pride in being a De Havilland-endorsed service centre, offering extensive maintenance services to customers around the globe, but we also wholeheartedly appreciate the exceptional capabilities of this remarkable aircraft.”

The Classic 300-G is the fifth generation of the Twin Otter aircraft, joining the current Series 400.