De Havilland Canada

DHC-6-300 for charter

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Charter Price per Hour$1 500 – $2 300
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Aircraft Info

Model:
DHC-6-300
Family:
DHC-6
Manufacturer:
De Havilland Canada
Aircraft Class:
Turboprop
ICAO/IATA Codes:
DHC6/DHT
Number Built:
614
Single Pilot Operations:
No
  • Popularity75
  • Reliability65
  • Comfort25

Performance

Service Ceiling:
25 000 ft 7 620 m
Max Takeoff Weight:
12 500 lbs 5 670 kg
Engine Type:
2× Turboprop
Typical Engine:
2 x Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-27
Typical Avionics:
EFIS flight deck with dual FMS, weather radar and autopilot
Long Range Cruise Speed:
159 kts 295 km/h
Max Cruise Speed:
181 kts 335 km/h

Range & Payload

Estimated Max Flight Time:
5.1 h
Max Range:
771 nmi 1 427 km
Fuel Burn Rate:
772 lb/h 350 kg/h
Max Payload:
4 409 lbs 2 000 kg

DHC-6-300 Cabin Plan

Max passengers:
20
Sleeping Places:
0

Airframe

Aircraft Height:
19.49 ft 5.94 m
Aircraft Length:
51.74 ft 15.77 m
Wingspan:
64.99 ft 19.81 m
Cabin Zones:
1 unpressurized commuter cabin aft of cockpit; passenger rows or utility cargo arrangement and separate baggage areas
Doors:
1 main passenger door; separate baggage hatch and emergency exit; no dedicated service door
Baggage Compartment:
Underfloor baggage holds plus cabin overhead stowage; reference volume 2,5 m3
Airstairs:
y

Charter Costs for the DHC-6-300

Price per Hour

Charter Price per Hour
$1 500 – $2 300

Owning Price

Buying Price (new)
—
Pre-owned Price Range
$1.5M – $4.5M

Charter Costs

Cost per NM
$11.35
Direct Operating Cost (DOC)/h
$570 – $890
Annual Cost of Ownership
$538 000 – $819 000
Cost per Seat-Mile
$0.39 – $0.6

Total Annual Variable Costs

At 200 hours
$146 000
At 350 hours
$255 500

Total Fixed Cost

At 200 hours
$423 000
At 350 hours
$423 000

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DHC-6-300 Description

Meet the DHC-6-300 Twin Otter: Aviation's ultimate Swiss Army knife. This legendary turboprop doesn't just connect points A and B; it conquers terrain others wouldn't dare approach. Imagine landing on a gravel bar, a mountain plateau, or a remote island beach – that's where the Twin Otter truly comes alive. Its short takeoff and landing (STOL) performance is nothing short of remarkable, turning unpaved, rough strips into viable runways. No paved runway? No problem. This aircraft thrives where infrastructure ends. Step inside the surprisingly spacious cabin designed for 20 passengers. You'll find a rugged, utilitarian charm paired with genuine comfort for its class. Large windows flood the interior with light, offering passengers stunning panoramic views whether skimming mountain peaks or coastal waters. It's a cabin built for purpose, efficiently moving people and cargo where they're needed most. Think of it as a reliable workhorse with enough passenger comfort for the journey. Power comes from two robust Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A turboprop engines, renowned for their reliability and efficiency. These engines deliver the muscle needed for those incredibly short takeoffs and the steady, reassuring power for cruising over challenging landscapes. With a maximum range stretching 1,427 kilometers (approximately 770 nautical miles), the Twin Otter efficiently links remote communities, supports vital resource operations, or handles specialized charters in a single hop. Its cruise speed strikes the perfect balance between covering ground efficiently and allowing passengers to truly absorb the unique landscapes below – a perspective few other aircraft can offer. Operators globally swear by the Twin Otter's legendary toughness and straightforward maintenance. Its simple, robust design minimizes downtime and keeps operational costs manageable, a critical factor for missions in austere environments. Versatility defines it: one day it's ferrying workers to an oil rig, the next it's transporting vital medical supplies, conducting vital survey work, or carrying tourists seeking adventure off the beaten path. Decades after its introduction, the DHC-6-300 remains an aviation icon – not just for what it does, but for *where* it can go. It's the indispensable link for the world's most inaccessible places.

Strengths

  • Transport suited to the selected aircraft category
  • Operator-specific seating or mission configurations

Weaknesses

  • Equipment and interior depend on the individual aircraft
  • Published limits require configuration and loading checks

Best use cases

  • Regional charter
  • Private or business transport

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