A Twin Otter Tribute

The Twin Otter, also known as the De Havilland DHC-6, is turning 50 this year. Viking Air who manufactures it in Canada is flying one of its 400 series aircraft across the territories to celebrate that milestone. The crew was in Whitehorse on Monday July 13.

The Twin Otter, also known as the De Havilland DHC-6, is turning 50 this year. Viking Air who manufactures it in Canada is flying one of its 400 series aircraft across the territories to celebrate that milestone. The crew was in Whitehorse on Monday July 13.

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