For our floatplanes (Mānu Wakarere), we have selected a de Havilland Otter DHC-3 and a Cessna C-206 which are based at our lakefront office.
The Otter is renowned as one of the best floatplanes ever built, designed as a ‘1 ton truck with wings’ it has an incredible loading capacity, along with short take-off and landing distances. Originally built in Canada by De Havilland Aircraft this particular aircraft has also flown in the Middle East and Australia before making it’s way south to New Zealand. Our plane has been modified with much larger passenger windows for better scenic views.
Our Cessna C-206 is also perfect for scenic flights, comfortably fitting 4 adults (or 5 , pending on individual weights) plus the pilot. With its size and versatility, it is perfect for lodge and beach pick-ups. Described as the “SUV” of the air by Cessna, this plane provides comfort and safety for your scenic flight.
Both planes boast leather seats, noise reducing headsets, and everyone is guaranteed a window seat!
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De havilland otter dhc-3
SEATING:
10 Passengers + Pilot
CRUISE SPEED:
87 knots (100mph)
ENGINE:
Pratt & Whitney R-1340-S1H1-G Wasp radial
HORSEPOWER:
600 hp