De Havilland Canada Signs Agreement with Asman Airlines for Refurbished Dash 8-400 Aircraft
Press Release + Noah Note
Calgary, Alberta – March 12, 2026 – De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (De Havilland Canada) is pleased to announce that it has signed a Purchase Agreement with Asman Airlines for the delivery of a refurbished Dash 8-400 aircraft. This aircraft will be the fourth addition to Asman Airlines fleet.
The addition of the Dash 8-400 will support Asman Airlines’ continued expansion and enhance its ability to provide reliable, efficient regional air service across its network. Known for its performance in diverse and challenging operating environments, the Dash 8-400 offers a combination of speed, fuel efficiency, and operational flexibility that makes it ideally suited for regional operations.
“We’re proud to continue our partnership with Asman Airlines as they grow their Dash 8 fleet,” said Ryan DeBrusk, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at De Havilland Canada. “The Dash 8-400 is built to deliver strong performance and real value, and we’re excited to support Asman’s continued growth and connectivity.”
The refurbished aircraft will be configured to support Asman Airlines’ operational needs, delivering the Dash 8-400’s signature combination of passenger comfort, performance, and reliability. The aircraft will be ready to join their fleet later this year.
About De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited
De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (De Havilland Canada) is a cornerstone of Canadian aerospace innovation, proudly designing, building, and supporting aircraft in Canada for the global market. Every aircraft we produce creates high-value jobs, strengthens our national aerospace industry, and contributes to a resilient and growing economy.
Built in Canada. Made for the world.
With a fleet of more than 5,000 aircraft delivered to operators worldwide, De Havilland Canada has earned a global reputation for rugged, reliable performance and exceptional customer support. Our aircraft connect people and places—from the most remote communities to the busiest regional hubs—carrying millions of passengers and critical cargo every year.
Built to operate in the toughest environments, De Havilland Canada aircraft are trusted for a wide range of missions, including aerial firefighting, search and rescue, medical evacuation, surveillance, and more. Our near-century-long legacy is driven by a passionate Canadian workforce dedicated to shaping the future of regional and missionized aviation.
Discover more at: www.dehavilland.com
Noah Note: Congrats to Dehavie on this latest agreement. Now get that field going! Progress is suppose to be made this year on construction, but I wanna see it. I wanna see work being done.
Dehavilland has so much potential. They're carrying a lineage, a great roster of aircraft, and a lot of people looking for them to succeed. They just need to get out of thr startup mentality they have and put pen to actual paper on things.