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April 16, 2022| 5

A Workhorse on Wings: The History of our DHC-2 Beaver Aircraft

When you think of a floatplane, chances are you’ll be thinking of a De Havilland Canada DHC-2 Beaver. A workhorse for generations of pilots, the DHC-2 Beaver is a truly Canadian icon, and one that we’re proud to fly now and for many years to come. First introduced in 1948, the DHC-2 Beaver type has seen use in almost every field imaginab …

August 13, 2021| 3

Gabriola Island Experiences Packages

Gulf Island Seaplanes is proud to provide outstanding Experiences Packages for our guests through partnering with a number of local businesses and organizations here on Gabriola Island. All of the following packages include round trip flights from the floatplane terminal at Vancouver International Airport to Silva Bay on Gabriola Island, transportat …

Flying on the DHC-2 Beaver With Gulf Island Seaplanes
August 6, 2021| 4

Flying on the DHC-2 Beaver With Gulf Island Seaplanes

The de Havilland Canada DHC-2 Beaver has been a workhorse on the West Coast of British Columbia for over 70 years. First introduced in 1948, the DHC-2 Beaver has since gained a legendary reputation among bush pilots and aviation enthusiasts for its excellent performance, reliability and iconic appearance. As a testament to the outstanding durability …