De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter Aircraft in Florida
Florida is a major used-aircraft transaction state with high concentration of flight schools, dealers and aviation events (Sun 'n Fun, Naples, Vero Beach, Lakeland). The flat terrain and dense GA airport network make Florida ideal for cross-country training and recreational flying year-round.
2 used De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter aircraft for sale in Florida · 19-seat · updated 8 hours ago
About the De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter
The De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter is the legendary twin-turboprop STOL workhorse — a high-wing, fixed-gear, PT6-powered twin that operates from the shortest, roughest strips, on wheels, floats or skis, in the harshest environments on earth. From island-hopping commuter airlines to remote utility and parachute operations, the Twin Otter is unmatched, and the modern Series 400 keeps the line in production.
De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter Specifications
Model specThe De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter is a 19-seat aircraft with a cruise speed of 182 kt (337 km/h), a range of 799 nm (1,480 km).
2 De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter For Sale
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De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter Price & Cost
Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.
Buying a Used De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter
When buying a De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter, the biggest value drivers are engine time since overhaul, maintenance-record completeness, damage history and avionics.
What to check before buying
- Engine time to overhaul — hours and years remaining drive price more than total airframe time.
- Logbook completeness — continuous, gap-free maintenance records protect value.
- Damage history — any prior accident or incident; cross-check the registration against accident databases.
- Avionics — a modern glass panel vs legacy steam gauges materially changes price.
- Pre-buy inspection — always commission an independent inspection by a type-experienced mechanic before money changes hands.
Frequently Asked Questions — De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter
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De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter Inventory by Country
| United States | 9 |
| Indonesia | 3 |
| United Arab Emirates | 2 |
| United Kingdom | 1 |
| China | 1 |
| Canada | 1 |
De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter Inventory by State
| California | 5 |
| Florida | 2 |
De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter by Decade
| 1970s | 2 |
De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter Safety Record
Across all DHC-6 Twin Otter variants, 2 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 2001–2001. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 16, 2001 | Ottawa, IL | Serious | the failure of the passenger to maintain clearance from the windmilling propeller after exiting the airplane. |
| May 27, 2001 | Fentress, TX | Fatal | the King Air pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision in that he failed to remain in the agreed on formation posit… |
NTSB records 2001–2001. Includes all De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.