MilitaryDHC-2 Beaver (U-6A)
Transport Aircraftconfirmed
The DHC-2 Beaver is a single-engined, high-wing, propeller-driven STOL aircraft developed by De Havilland Canada. It is renowned for its rugged construction and ability to operate from short, unimproved airstrips, often equipped with floats or skis.
Specifications
| Type | Transport Aircraft |
| Origin | Canada |
| Manufacturer | De Havilland Canada |
| Introduced | 1948 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 255 km/h |
| Range | 732 km |
| Crew | 1 |
| Weight | 2.3 t |
History
Developed by De Havilland Canada in 1948, the U-6A variant served extensively with the US military for utility and liaison duties.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 2 | confirmed |
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