Delivers 9th Twin Otter Series 400 Aircraft

Viking Air Limited of Victoria, British Columbia, has now officially handed over the final Twin Otter Series 400 aircraft on order for Global Aerospace Logistics (GAL), of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, completing the multiaircraft purchase contract. The final aircraft will join the eight Viking Twin Otter Series 400 already delivered to GAL since 2013, being utilized by the UAE Government under a multi-year service contract.

The specially equipped Series 400 Twin Otters are configured with paratroop provisions and intermediate flotation gear (“IFG”) to enable the Government’s operations on the loose sand in the Arabian Gulf region. Global Aerospace Logistics (GAL) is an original launch customer for the Series 400 Twin Otter, having placed their initial aircraft order in 2009.

“We are very happy with the Viking Series 400 Twin Otter, as evidenced by our fleet of nine aircraft," said Abdulla Marassas, Aviation Program Manager for GAL. "The Series 400’s performance is beyond our expectation, and perfectly serves the purpose for the design and function intended.”

He added, “Working with Viking has been a satisfying experience, dealing with knowledgeable people who have made the purchase and delivery process easy, and we’re already looking forward to expanding our relationship with future projects.”

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