How to spot it
Raked wingtips on a straight high wing, a long boxy fuselage and main wheels in side fairings identify this twin turboprop.
Often confused with
De Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter
The Twin Otter has a fixed nosewheel and a square cabin; the Dornier 228 has a pointed nose and swept tapered wingtips.
Dornier 228 vs De Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter: side by sideDetails
| Maker | Dornier |
|---|---|
| Type | Regional aircraft |
| ICAO code | D228 |
| First flight | 1981 |
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