Photo Update

One of Osprey Wings' Twin Otters seen at Otter Lake, SK earlier today

MSN 155 - DHC6-200 C-GQOQ
Osprey Wings
Otter Lake, SK 31-Jul-2014
Dale Tiedeman Photo

Operator News

Air Seychelles Officially Welcomes two new Viking Series 400 Twin Otters

31-Jul-2014

James Michel, President of the Republic of Seychelles, today welcomed Air Seychelles' two new DHC-6 Twin Otter Series 400 aircraft at a special ceremony at Seychelles International Airport.

The aircraft, recently delivered from Canada's Viking Air Limited, will operate between Seychelles International Airport and Praslin, as well as other islands in the archipelago, including Bird, Denis and Frégate.

Greeted by a traditional water cannon salute, the two aircraft, named 'Isle of Bird' and 'Isle of La Digue' respectively, arrived in sequence this afternoon in front of the Air Seychelles VIP lounge.

President Michel cut a ceremonial ribbon to welcome the Twin Otters to their new home, and was accompanied by Danny Faure, Vice President of the Republic of Seychelles, Joël Morgan, Seychelles Minister for Home Affairs and Transport and Air Seychelles Board Chairman and Manoj Papa, Chief Executive Officer of Air Seychelles.

Honouring tradition and representing the country's interfaith committee, the two aircraft were then blessed by Roman Catholic Priest David Alcindor and Anglican Priest Danny Elizabeth.

Cabinet ministers, government officials, diplomats, members of the National Assembly, representatives of tourism bodies, media and Air Seychelles staff were also present, including Captain Sandy Benoiton, Air Seychelles Chief Pilot for Domestic Services, and Captain Eddy Cesar.

Both pilots were part of the ferry crews that flew the aircraft from Victoria, British Columbia, and Farnborough, United Kingdom to Seychelles.

President Michel conveyed his thanks and appreciation to the Air Seychelles Board, management team and staff of the airline for successfully charting a new route for Air Seychelles, one which has turned the island carrier into one of the world's aviation turnaround success stories.

He said:  "Today is a proud milestone in the history of Air Seychelles and on behalf of the people of Seychelles, I feel particularly proud of the Seychellois crew members and staff who have worked so hard and come so far to create a new and revitalised Air Seychelles.  These two aircraft will no doubt brighten our skies as well as enhance our domestic services."

Minister Morgan said: "This is an incredible day, not just for Air Seychelles, but for the Seychelles.  Our investment in new aircraft is a result of the success of our turnaround program and of our strong and rewarding partnership with Etihad Airways.  Our new Twin Otters will secure the future of inter-island air services and boost Seychelles tourism."

Manoj Papa said:  "The Twin Otters have renewed our domestic fleet and their early delivery is a clear demonstration that we are on the right track with our business.  We intend to grow our domestic operations further, and we have the right tools now in place to better serve the growing demand for more access to and from the various islands that make up this beautiful archipelago.

"Our customers will experience better onboard comfort, pilots will fly new technology, and Air Seychelles will remain the vital link that connects businesses, families, friends and visitors with the very best of what Seychelles has to offer."

The multi-million dollar fleet announcement for the purchase of three 19-seat DHC-6 Twin Otter Series 400 aircraft was made last October in a deal between the national airline of the Republic of Seychelles and Viking Air Limited.  One remaining Twin Otter is scheduled for delivery in mid-2015.

Aircraft Movements

779 - DHC-6-300 5R-MVC Canadian Flyers International Inc., Antananarivo

The former C-GMKW was positioned to Madagascar back in 2009, and was placed on the local register in 2011 - however the 5R- registration was never known until now. The aircraft operates for a Canadian owned resource company.

898 - DHC-6-400 C-GFAP Planes & Parts Ltd., Turner Valley, AB

Registration cancelled 28-Jul-2014 to Seychelles as S7-LDI

Aircraft Movements & Photo Update

A nice shot of Westcoast Air DHC-6-200HG C-GQKN exiting the Fraser River at Vancouver-International.

MSN 94 - DHC-6-200HG C-GQKN
Westcoast Air
Vancouver-International, BC - Jul-2014
Henry Tenby Photo

As predicted in the blog entry for 25-Jul-2014, MSN 898 has become S7-LDI in keeping with its name "Isle of La Digue". The cancellation from the Canadian register should occur imminently.

MSN 898 - DHC-6-400 S7-LDI
Air Seychelles
Mahe-Seychelles International Jul-2014

Pictured below is the newly delivered MSN 898 S7-LDI along with Air Seychelles legacy DHC-6-300 S7-AAF, MSN 623 "Isle of Praslin"

MSN 898 DHC-6-400 S7-LDI & MSN 623 DHC-6-300 S7-AAF
Air Seychelles
Mahe-Seychelles International Jul-2014

905 - DHC-6-400 C-FVAT Viking Air Ltd., Sidney, BC

25-Jul-2014

• Calgary, AB (CYYC/YYC) - Spokane, WA (KGEG/GEG)

MSN 905 - DHC-6-400 C-FVAT
Viking Air Ltd., Sidney, BC
Calgary, AB 23-Jul-2014
Mike MacKinnon Photo

Aircraft Movements

898 - DHC-6-400 C-GFAP Planes & Parts Ltd., Turner Valley, AB

25-Jul-2014

• Nairobi-Wilson, Kenya (HKNW/WIL) - Seychelles International, Seychelles (FSIA/SEZ)

C-GFAP has arrived safely in the Seychelles upon completion of its ferry flight which originated in Farnborough, UK on 19-Jul-2014. Somewhat unique with this particular delivery is that it was undertaken by two operators, the initial Victoria to Farnborough route by Viking Air, while the second from Farnborough to the Seychelles was flown by World Wide Ferry.

The next step will be the de-registration from Canada, and addition to the Seychelles register. It is expected that the new S7- registration will mimic the aircraft name "Isle of La Digue"; similar to S7-CUR "Isle of Curieuse" and the recently delivered S7-BRD "Isle of Bird".

Photo Update

With thanks as always to Tim in Victoria, the latest on the Series 400 front.

C-FGAL has acquired the amphibs from C-FDHT in support of training being offered by Pacific Sky Aviation.

MSN 897 DHC-6-400 C-FGAL
Pacific Sky Aviation (Viking Air)
Victoria, BC 24-Jul-2014
Tim Martin Photo

Great....another white one......fresh from the paint shop today.

MSN 904 - DHC-6-400 C-FVIK
Viking Air Ltd.
Victoria, BC 24-Jul-2014
Tim Martin Photo

Photo Update

A couple slides arrived today dating back to the early 1970's in South Florida. Mackey International of Fort Lauderdale operated several Twin Otters alongside a more sizeable fleet of Convair 440's and Douglas DC-6's. 

MSN 46 N955JM went to Flugfelag Vaengir in Iceland as TF-REG in April of 1974, while MSN 68 N950JM came back to Canada for Airwest as C-GEAW in November of 1974.

MSN 46 - DHC-6-100 N955JM
Mackey International Airlines
Fort Lauderdale, FL Sep-1973
George Fascher Photo

MSN 68 - DHC-6-100 N950JM
Mackey International Airlines
Fort Lauderdale, FL Sep-1973
George Fascher Photo

Aircraft Movements

347 - DHC-6-300 XA-UTK Transportes Aereos Terrestres S.A., Toyoltita

Noted at Hermosillo, Mexico 19-Jul-2014; this is the former N899AS which was exported to Mexico in Dec-2013, which we didn't have a current ident for.

904 - DHC-6-400 C-FVIK Viking Air Ltd., Sidney, BC

24-Jul-2014

• Spokane, WA (KGEG/GEG) - Victoria, BC (CYYJ/YYJ)

Aircraft Movements & Photo Update

231 - DHC-6-300 N564E AMS Cloud TO 593 LLC, Delray Beach, FL (Aviation Management Sales LLC/Cloud Investment Partners)

Registered 23-Jul-2014, ex RDPL-34180


593 - DHC-6-300 N564D AMS Cloud TO 593 LLC, Delray Beach, FL (Aviation Management Sales/Cloud Investment Partners)

Registered 23-Jul-2014, ex RDPL-34179

The two aircraft above were both previously operated by Lao Air Company (Lao Skyway) from late 2011 after having spent their entire careers flying in Saudi Arabia for ARAMCO. MSN 231 would likely be for parts following a crash at Nathong, Laos on 17-Apr-2013, while MSN 593 is available for sale through Aviation Management Sales LLC.

898 - DHC-6-400 C-GFAP Planes & Parts Ltd., Turner Valley, AB

24-Jul-2014

• Aswan, Egypt (HESN/ASW) - Nairobi-Wilson, Kenya (HKNW/WIL)

C-GFAP departed Aswan earlier today as it continues to make its way towards the Seychelles. At the time of writing, the aircraft is abeam Lake Victoria, approaching Nairobi.

A few pictures now from the FB page of Icarius Aerotechnics in Tallard, France

MSN 132 - DHC-6-200 F-GKHM/DUSD-444
Skydive Dubai
Gap/Tallard, France
Icarius Aerotechnics Photo

MSN 507 - DHC-6-300 F-OIAY
Air Loyaute
Gap/Tallard, France
Icarius Aerotechnics Photo

MSN 730 - DHC-6-300 730/F-RACA
French Air Force
Gap/Tallard, France
Icarius Aerotechnics Photo

Aircraft Movements

898 - DHC-6-400 C-GFAP Planes & Parts Ltd., Turner Valley, AB

23-Jul-2014

• Malta (LMML/MLA) - Aswan, Egypt (HESN/ASW)

Today the Air Seychelles delivery flight departed Malta and has arrived safely in Aswan, Egypt. Below is a great shot of the aircraft prior to departure with thanks to Gar in Malta.

MSN 898 - DHC-6-400 C-GFAP
Planes & Parts Ltd. (Air Seychelles)
Malta 23-Jul-2014
GM Foto

Aircraft Movements

898 - DHC-6-400 C-GFAP Planes & Parts Ltd., Turner Valley, AB

22-Jul-2014

• Gap/Tallard, France (LFNA/GAT) - Malta (LMML/MLA)

MSN 898 - DHC-6-400 C-GFAP
Planes & Parts Ltd. (Air Seychelles)
Gap/Tallard, France 22-Jul-2014

MSN 898 - DHC-6-400 C-GFAP
Planes & Parts Ltd. (Air Seychelles)
Gap/Tallard, France 22-Jul-2014
Icarius Aerotechnics Photo

Following ferry tank installation in Gap/Tallard, France C-GFAP has now resumed its delivery flight to Air Seychelles, landing in Malta earlier today.


899 - DHC-6-400 C-GUVT Planes & Parts Ltd., Turner Valley, AB

Registration cancelled 21-Jul-2014 to Seychelles as S7-BRD

Aircraft Movements

898 - DHC-6-400 C-GFAP Viking Air Ltd., Sidney, BC

Registered to Planes & Parts Ltd., Turner Valley, AB 18-Jul-2014 for continuation of the delivery flight following the Farnborough 2014 show. 

19-Jul-2014

• Farnborough, UK (EGLF/FAB) - Gap/Tallard, France (LFNA/GAT)

C-GFAP has arrived at the Gap/Tallard airport in southeastern France for the installation of ferry tanks. Once that has been completed, the aircraft will resume its delivery flight to Air Seychelles. 

Photo Update

A couple of Skydivers from Lake Wales, FL courtesy of Brian G. Nichols - Plane Images

MSN 114 - DHC-6-100 N129PM
Freefall Express
Lake Wales, FL 03-Apr-2014
Brian G. Nichols - Plane Images

MSN 152 - DHC-6-200 N40269
Freefall Express
Lake Wales, FL 03-Apr-2014
Brian G. Nichols - Plane Images

Aircraft Movements & Photo Update

882 - DHC-6-400 N514QN NASS Holdings LLC, Titusville, FL

17/18-Jul-2014

• Santa Maria, Azores (LPAZ/SMA) - Palma-Son Bonet, Mallorca (LESB)
• Palma-Son Bonet, Mallorca (LESB) - Heraklion, Crete (LGIR/HER)
• Heraklion, Crete (LGIR/HER) - Aqaba, Jordan (OJAQ/AQJ)

899 - DHC-6-400 C-GUVT Planes & Parts Ltd., Turner Valley, AB

Cancellation of Canadian registration is pending, while the aircraft has become S7-BRD as seen in the photograph below.

MSN 899 - DHC-6-400 S7-BRD
Air Seychelles
Mahe, Seychelles 17-Jul-2014

903 - DHC-6-400 C-GUVA Viking Air Ltd., Sidney, BC

17-Jul-2014

Spokane, WA (KGEG/GEG) - Victoria, BC (CYYJ/YYJ)

C-GUVA has departed the paint shop in Spokane and arrived in Victoria yesterday. As can be seen below it is another aircraft for the United Arab Emirates. Unusually, in comparison to previous units, the paint shop did not cover either the U.A.E. flag or serial number on the tail before leaving.

MSN 903 - DHC-6-400 C-GUVA
Viking Air Ltd.
Victoria, BC 17-Jul-2014
Tim Martin Photo

A further contribution from Paul J. Kelsey Aviation Photography from 2012, Air Libya's 5A-DHN undergoing maintenance in Malta during 2012.

MSN 712 - DHC-6-300 5A-DHN
Air Libya
Malta 06-Jul-2012
Paul J. Kelsey Aviation Photography

Aircraft Movements & MRO News

882 - DHC-6-400 N514QN NASS Holdings LLC, Titusville, FL

16-Jul-2014

• Burlington, VT (KBTV/BTV) - Santa Maria, Azores (LPAZ/SMA)

The next delivery for the United Arab Emirates is, at the time of writing about mid way across the Atlantic bound for Santa Maria.

899 - DHC-6-400 C-GUVT Planes & Parts Ltd., Turner Valley, AB

16-Jul-2014

• Nairobi-Wilson, Kenya (HKNW/WLN) - Seychelles-International, Seychelles (FSIA/SEZ)

In addition to MSN 898 C-GFAP which was officially handed over to Air Seychelles at the Farnborough show yesterday, MSN 899 has now touched down at the Seychelles International Airport on the island of Mahe. The delivery flight, completed by Calgary's Worldwide Ferry was accomplished in six days.

At the close of the Farnborough exhibition, MSN 898 will continue on to the Seychelles.

C-GUVT is pictured below yesterday at Wilson Airport in Nairobi. Immediately behind it is MSN 513 which is currently for lease by CAAMS.

MSN 899 - DHC-6-400 C-GUVT
Planes & Parts Ltd. (Air Seychelles)
Nairobi-Wilson, Kenya 15-Jul-2014

Ikhana Twin Otter X2 Nears Completion

Although Canadian company Viking Air restarted production of the de Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter in 2007, demand remains high for refurbished and modernized versions of the original versions, of which more than 500 are still in service.

In response, California-based engineering, repair and modification specialist Ikhana is close to completing the first Twin Otter X2, a virtually new build aircraft that combines several “re-life” modifications for wings, nacelles, flight controls and the fuselage into a single package. Based on supplemental type certificates originally developed by Ikhana’s predecessor company R. W. Martin, the modification also includes new electrical wiring, customized avionics, a new interior and new engines.

Of the original airframe, only some of the skins and frames remain, while all other fatigue-limited parts are replaced with new parts that in some cases, such as wing skin doublers around the engine exhausts, are beefier than the original. Taken individually, the re-life wingbox provides DHC-6-100/200 operators with new limits of 49,000 hours and 98,000 cycles, while the upgraded -300 wing life is 45,000 hours and 90,000 cycles. Fuselage, nacelle and flight controls life are similarly returned to the aircraft’s original design limits.

“I thought about re-lifing the whole aircraft in the late 1990s but the bulk of aircraft had not reached that level,” says Ikhana president and CEO John Zublin. “Then they began to time-out and now we’re seeing many more aircraft starting to reach that point.” Ikhana, which has been buying up old fuselages, will sell the Twin Otter X2 at a flat rate of “roughly one-third less than a new -400,” says Zublin.

Final two DHC-6-400 Guardians for Vietnam Completed

Ikhana has also completed modifications on the final pair of Viking Air-built DHC-6-400 Guardian maritime patrol and utility aircraft that are poised for delivery to the Vietnam Navy, marking the completion of the service’s first fleet of fixed-wing aircraft. The six Guardians are the first Western-made aircraft to be operated by the Vietnamese military and have been assigned to Air Force-Naval Brigade 954, with three configured for maritime patrol and three equipped for utility, VIP and transport missions.

Under the Vietnam Guardian program, Ikhana completed integration of a chin-mounted Elta search radar system with an electro-optical/infrared sensor suite. The interior was also modified with an operator console with an adjustable operator seat, observation "bubble" windows, lavatory and galley, as well as utility seats. The aircraft, which are operating in a mix of float- and wheel-equipped configurations, are also provisioned with Ikhana’s recently developed 14,000-lb. increased-payload capability package.

Photo Update

Courtesy of Paul J. Kelsey Aviation Photography a nice couple of shots of the rather short-lived 9H-AFY flown by Harbour Air Malta. The aircraft has since become 8Q-TMW with Trans Maldivian Airways. The photographs were taken at the Grand Harbour, in Valetta, Malta in 2009.

MSN 768 - DHC-6-300 9H-AFY
Harbour Air Malta
Valetta, Malta 26-Jun-2009
Paul J. Kelsey Aviation Photography

MSN 768 - DHC-6-300 9H-AFY
Harbour Air Malta
Valetta, Malta 04-Jul-2009
Paul J. Kelsey Aviation Photography

Aircraft Movements

882 - DHC-6-400 N514QN NASS Holdings LLC, Titusville, FL

15-Jul-2014

• Titusville-Space Coast, FL (KTIX/TIX) - Burlington, VT (KBTV/BTV)
• Burlington, VT (KBTV/BTV) - St. John's, NL (CYYT/YYT)

The next aircraft for the United Arab Emirates is now on the way, with N514QN having departed Titusville, FL this morning. N514QN had arrived in Florida on 30-Jan-2014 for pre-delivery modifications by NASS (North American Surveillance Systems).

The aircraft is pictured below after arrival at Titusville in January.

MSN 882 - DHC-6-400 C-FAFI
Viking Air
Titusville, FL 30-Jan-2014
Nigel Prevett Photo

Aircraft Movements

899 - DHC-6-400 C-GUVT Planes & Parts Ltd., Turner Valley, AB

14-Jul-2014



Aswan, Egypt (HESN/ASW) - Nairobi-Wilson, Kenya (HKNW/WLN)

C-GUVT departed Aswan, Egypt today and is currently on the ground at Wilson Airport, in Nairobi, Kenya.

Viking Series 400 News from Farnborough

Montrose Global LLP to Purchase Five Viking Series 400 Twin Otters

Farnborough, England, July 14th, 2014: Viking Air Limited of Victoria, British Columbia, and Montrose Global LLP of London, England, have signed a proposal for the purchase of five Twin Otter Series 400 aircraft, making Montrose the first customer for the type in the United Kingdom.

The deal for the five Twin Otter Series 400, to be offered by Montrose to airlines on an operating lease basis, is expected to be finalized in the coming weeks. The aircraft will be offered in a variety of configurations, including amphibious float provisions, and are scheduled for delivery starting in late 2015 through 2016.

“Global demand for the Twin Otter continues to be robust, attracting an increasing level of interest from the aircraft leasing community who recognize the outstanding value proposition of an aircraft with worldwide market acceptance,” said Richard Libby, Viking Director of Aircraft Sales. He added, “The Twin Otter has a long history of exceptionally strong residual value and worldwide market acceptance, making it an ideal asset to offer on operating leases. It is clearly the class leader in its category, and we are extremely excited by the opportunity to make the aircraft available to lease customers around the globe through Montrose.”

About Montrose Global LLC:

Montrose is an alternative asset based investment and management company focused on the leasing and financing of large ticket assets, private equity and real estate development. Montrose has made investments in the private aviation, real estate, energy saving and leisure sectors, with a main focus in the aviation market in turboprops and regional jets.


Bob Crowe Aircraft Sales to Become Exclusive Twin Otter Series 400 Sales Rep

Farnborough, England, July 14th, 2014: Viking Air Limited of Victoria, British Columbia, has assigned Bob Crowe Aircraft Sales Ltd. of Bedford, England, to become the exclusive sales representative for the Viking Twin Otter Series 400 and Guardian 400 aircraft in the United Kingdom.

Bob Crowe Aircraft was selected as the ideal candidate to represent the Series 400 Twin Otter in the UK due to their extensive hands-on experience with a wide variety of twin engine, turbine, and amphibious equipped aircraft, including the legacy de Havilland Twin Otter. In addition, their in-depth knowledge of special missions aircraft and government procurement policies will be an asset to representing the Twin Otter Guardian 400, the military variant of the Series 400.

“Bob Crowe Aircraft has an excellent reputation in the aviation community,” commented Evan McCorry, Viking vice president of International Sales & Marketing. “We are confident that their focused team of aviation professionals has both the depth and scope to manage all stages of the customer sales experience, which in turn will reflect positively on Viking.”

About Bob Crowe Aircraft:

Located at Cranfield Airport, 50 miles north of London, Bob Crowe Aircraft Sales Ltd. is a family owned and operated company with over 50 years of experience in all aspects of the aviation industry, including aircraft sales, test flying, engineering, and after-sales support.

Aircraft Movements

CAAMS signs contract to purchase four legacy Twin Otters

CAAMS LLC has signed a contract to acquire four legacy Twin Otters, which are available for lease or lease purchase. The aircraft are MSN 218, 330, 561 and 741. Click on the CAAMS logo above for details.

CAAMS, LLC

Rutherford County Airport - Marchman Field (KFQD)

622 Airport Road - Hangar 5C

Rutherfordton, NC 28139 / USA

899 - DHC-6-400 C-GUVT Planes & Parts Ltd., Turner Valley, AB

13-Jul-2014

• Nis, Serbia (LYNI/INI) - Aswan, Egypt (HESN/ASW)

Sector five of the delivery flight to Air Seychelles has been completed, and the aircraft is currently on the ground at Aswan, Egypt.

Aircraft Movements

899 - DHC-6-400 C-GUVT Planes & Parts Ltd., Turner Valley, AB

12-Jul-2014

• Malmo, Sweden (ESMS/MMX) - Nis, Serbia (LYNI/INI)

Sector four of the delivery flight to Air Seychelles has been completed, and the aircraft is currently on the ground at Nis, Serbia.


904 - DHC-6-400 C-FVIK Viking Air Ltd., Sidney, BC

12-Jul-2014

• Calgary, AB (CYYC/YYC) - Spokane, WA (KGEG/GEG)

Photo Update

Looking very smart in the Air Seychelles livery, C-GFAP is serving as the Viking Series 400 display aircraft at Farnborough 2014, where this shot was taken today

MSN 898 - DHC-6-400 C-GFAP
Viking Air (Air Seychelles)
Farnborough, UK 11-Jul-2014
A.J. Best Photo

At the conclusion of the Farnborough exhibition C-GFAP will continue on its delivery flight to Air Seychelles.

Aircraft Movements

402 - DHC-6-300 C-FHKB Kenn Borek Air, Calgary, AB

Registered 10-Jul-2014, ex PJ-WCA


447 - DHC-6-300 C-GKBQ Kenn Borek Air, Calgary, AB

Registered 10-Jul-2014, ex PJ-WIS

Both aircraft above were returned from lease to Winair during May-2014, but had not been officially re-registered back in Canada until now.


899 - DHC-6-400 C-GUVT Planes & Parts Ltd., Turner Valley, AB

11-Jul-2014

• Keflavik, Iceland (BIKF/KEF) - Malmo, Sweden (ESMS/MMX)

Aircraft Movements

233 - DHC-6-300 HB-LUE Zimex Aviation, Glattbrugg

10-Jul-2014

• Hassi Messaoud, Algeria (DAUH/HME) - Mahon, Menorca (LEMH/MAH)
• Mahon, Menorca (LEMH/MAH) - Altenrhein-St. Gallen, Switzerland (LSZR/ACH)

MSN 233 - DHC-6-300 HB-LUE
Zimex Aviation
Hassi Messaoud, Algeria
Arron Mulder Photo

899 - DHC-6-400 C-GUVT Planes & Parts Ltd., Turner Valley, AB

10-Jul-2014

• Iqaluit, NU (CYFB/YFB) - Keflavik, Iceland (BIKF/KEF)

C-GUVT continued on leg two of its delivery flight to Air Seychelles today, arriving in Keflavik at about 20:00 local time.

Photo Update

MSN 260 - DHC-6-300 C-FVEG
Osprey Wings Ltd.
La Ronge, SK 09-Jul-2014

MSN 719 - DHC-6-300 C-GNFZ
PAL Airlines Ltd. (Innu Mikun)
Pinemarten Photo

Aircraft Movements

899 - DHC-6-400 C-GUVT Planes & Parts Ltd., Turner Valley, AB

07-Jul-2014

• Victoria, BC (CYYJ/YYJ) - Springbank, AB (CYBW/YBW)

09-Jul-2014

• Springbank, AB (CYBW/YBW) - Iqaluit, NU (CYFB/YFB)

The next aircraft for delivery to Air Seychelles was positioned over to Springbank, AB on Monday for installation of ferry tanks, and is expected to depart this morning on its first leg to Iqaluit, NU. This aircraft will fly through to Mahe, Seychelles, whereas MSN 898 will remain in the U.K. at Farnborough until completion of the show there.

MSN 899 DHC-6-400 C-GUVT
Viking Air (Air Seychelles)
Victoria, BC 05-Jun-2014
Tim Martin Photo

Aircraft Movements

78 - DHC-6-100 C-FASQ 8199400 Canada Inc. (Summit Air), Yellowknife, NT

Registration cancelled 04-Jul-2014


198 - DHC-6-200 N226CS  Bank of Utah Trustee/Rampart Aviation LLC, Franklinton, NC

Registered to Lowands Air LLC, Colorado Springs, CO 02-Jul-2014


898 - DHC-6-400 C-GFAP Viking Air Ltd., Sidney, BC

05-Jul-2014 

• Keflavik, Iceland (BIKF/KEF) - Farnborough, UK (EGLF/FAB)

899 - DHC-6-400 C-GUVT Viking Air Ltd., Sidney, BC

Registered to Planes & Parts Ltd., Turner Valley, AB 04-Jul-2014 for ferry flight to Air Seychelles, which is expected to occur shortly.

Aircraft Movements

902 - DHC-6-400 C-FAFI Viking Air Ltd., Sidney, BC

04-Jul-2014

• Spokane, WA (KGEG/GEG) - Victoria, BC (CYYJ/YYJ)

MSN 902 - DHC-6-400 C-FAFI
Viking Air Ltd.
Victoria, BC 04-Jul-2014
Tim Martin Photo

Aircraft Movements

898 - DHC-6-400 C-GFAP Viking Air Ltd., Sidney, BC

04-Jul-2014 

• Cape Dorset, NU (CYTE/YTE) - Sondre Stromfjord, Greenland (BGSF/SFJ)
• Sondre Stromfjord, Greenland (BGSF/SFJ) - Keflavik, Iceland (BIKF/KEF) 

C-GFAP has left Sondre Stromfjord, and is currently (at the time of writing) approaching Keflavik.

Aircraft Movements

181 - DHC-6-200 N181CS Bank of Utah Trustee/Rampart Aviation LLC, Franklinton, NC

Registered to FHC Group LLC, Colorado Springs, CO 02-Jul-2014

Similar to two other Rampart Twin Otters, N181CS has now been registered to a Colorado holding company. Although all three aircraft are listed to different company names, the principals and locations are the same.

N181CS returned to the U.S. in Feb-2014 following an ARKeX contract abroad, where it was replaced by MSN 334/N344CS and MSN 429/N162DE.

898 - DHC-6-400 C-GFAP Viking Air Ltd., Sidney, BC

03-Jul-2014 

• La Ronge, SK (CYVC/YVC) - Cape Dorset, NU (CYTE/YTE)

C-GFAP has departed La Ronge, SK  to Cape Dorset, NU. This is the first Series 400 delivery flight to use Cape Dorset as a fuel stop, and the flight is filed for 6 hours and 46 minutes, and 1,169 miles.

Aircraft Movements

898 - DHC-6-400 C-GFAP Viking Air Ltd., Sidney, BC

02-Jul-2014

• Victoria, BC (CYYJ/YYJ) - La Ronge, SK (CYVC/YVC)

The first Series 400 delivery to Air Seychelles (since 2011) has begun today as C-GFAP departs to La Ronge, SK.

Given the timing of the deliveries, I wouldn't be surprised to see either MSN 898 C-GFAP or MSN 899 C-GUVT acting as the Viking Series 400 display aircraft at Farnborough.

MSN 898 DHC-6-400 C-GFAP
Viking Air (Air Seychelles)
Victoria, BC - 28-Apr-2014
Tim Martin Photo

Aircraft Movements

881 - DHC-6-400 C-GVEP Viking Air Ltd., Sidney, BC

02-Jul-2014

• Bratislava, Slovakia (LZIB/BTS) - Altenrhein-Saint Gallen, Switzerland (LSZR/ACH)

C-GVEP has returned to Altenrhein today following an extended period at Bratislava, where it had arrived on 25-Mar-2014.

During its stay in Bratislava the aircraft received the full c/s of Aurora, and is expected to be delivered to Russia upon completion of acceptance formalities.

MSN 881 - DHC-6-400 C-GVEP
Viking Air Ltd. (Aurora)
Bratislava, Slovakia
J. Shulte Photo

MSN 881 - DHC-6-400 C-GVEP
Viking Air Ltd. (Aurora)
Bratislava, Slovakia 02-Jul-2014
Peter Psenica/Skyliner-Aviation.de