How many accidents has the De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter had?

The NTSB has recorded 2 events involving the De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter: 1 fatal, 1 serious, 0 minor injuries, and 0 incidents with no injuries.

Is the De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter has 2 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 2 events recorded from 2001 to 2001.

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Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
May 27, 2001	Fentress, TX	N125PM	Fatal	minor	the King Air pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision in that he failed to remain in the agreed on formation position, resulting in one of his s… the King Air pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision in that he failed to remain in the agreed on formation position, resulting in one of his skydiver's contacting the propeller of the de Havilland airplane. A contributing factor was the lack of total experience of both pilots in multiengine formation air drop flights.

Disclaimer: This data is sourced from the NTSB Aviation Accident Database. NTSB events reflect reported accidents and incidents and do not necessarily indicate a defect in the aircraft type. Many events involve pilot error, weather conditions, maintenance issues, or other factors unrelated to the aircraft design. This information is provided for research purposes only — consult official NTSB reports for complete details.

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De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter Safety Record

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