Viking Air
Viking Air Limited, now part of De Havilland Canada, manufactures the Series 400 and Guardian 400 Twin Otter aircraft and holds the Type Certificates for all out-of-production De Havilland Canada aircraft.
Aircraft Manufacturing
Viking Air Limited is renowned for manufacturing the Series 400 and Guardian 400 Twin Otter aircraft. As the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Type Certificate holder, Viking Air continues to produce and support a range of De Havilland Canada aircraft models. Their portfolio includes the DHC-1 Chipmunk, DHC-2 Beaver, DHC-2T Turbo Beaver, DHC-3 Otter, DHC-4 Caribou, DHC-5 Buffalo, DHC-6 Twin Otter, DHC-7 Dash 7, as well as the SC7 Skyvan, SD330, SD360, and Sherpa aircraft.
Customer Support Services
Viking Air Limited provides comprehensive customer support services rivaling the best in the industry. Services encompass spares support, technical support, flight and maintenance training, maintenance, repair & overhaul (MRO), and warranty services. They also offer a Maintenance Plus (M+) program, designed to support fleet operations with predictable costs based on a flat rate per flight hour.
Aftermarket and Custom Solutions
Viking Air Limited delivers a variety of aftermarket solutions for enhanced aircraft performance and utility. They offer custom modifications like electrical system enhancements, aft lavatory kits, and medevac equipment for the Twin Otter Series 400. Additionally, Viking Air provides four-blade propeller installations for the DHC-2T Turbo Beaver in partnership with MT Propeller of Germany. Their 'push-out' windows for the DHC-2 Beaver improve flight safety.
Technical Publications and Training
Viking Air Limited facilitates ongoing support and knowledge transfer through comprehensive technical publications and service bulletins for De Havilland Canada aircraft. Their new aircraft support services include flight and maintenance training, aircraft ferry services, in-field technical support, initial provisioning, warranty services, and more. This ensures that customers receive necessary information and training to maintain optimal aircraft performance.
Twin Otter Customization Options
Viking Air Limited enhances the versatility of the Twin Otter Series 400 aircraft through varied landing gear configurations, including wheels, floats, amphibious floats, wheel skis, and intermediate flotation gear. Interior customization options allow for different seating arrangements: 19-passenger seating, corporate/VIP, medevac, cargo, and parajump configurations. Additionally, Viking Air offers factory-new Twin Otter Wing Boxes for all series, ensuring longevity and reliability.