Calgary, Alberta. 11 Mar, 2026 — De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (De Havilland Canada) is pleased to provide an update on the De Havilland Canadair 515 (DHC-515) currently in production in our Canadian manufacturing facilities.
De Havilland Canada is producing 22 aircraft for European customers, including Croatia, Spain, Italy, Greece, Portugal, and France and have recently signed contracts with the Canadian provinces of Manitoba, Ontario, and Alberta. These orders underscore the strong domestic and international demand for the world’s only purpose-built amphibious firefighting aircraft.
Production is progressing on the first DHC-515 aircraft, with structures being assembled in our Canadian manufacturing facilities. The cockpit and the hull have been recently joined in our Calgary aerostructure assembly line to form the forward fuselage. In addition, we recently completed the assembly of the first DHC-515 wing box, an impressive 28.6-meter-long structure.
De Havilland Canada is pleased to release a new video spotlighting manufacturing and assembly activity across its Canadian facilities. The video offers a behind-the-scenes look at the progress, precision, and dedication driving production forward. From key assembly milestones to the skilled teams powering operations, the footage captures the continued momentum and commitment to excellence across DHC’s Canadian footprint. Watch the full video to see our teams and facilities in action.
