de Havilland Canada DHC-5 Buffalo STOL Tactical-Transport Family
The de Havilland Canada DHC-5 Buffalo was a rugged STOL tactical transport developed from the Caribou for military logistics and austere-field operations. Its large rear door, high-lift wing, and turboprop power supported worldwide service in cargo, utility, and search-and-rescue roles, including long Canadian and United Nations careers.
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Identity
- Aliases
- DHC-5 BuffaloCV-7A BuffaloCC-115 BuffaloDHC-5ADHC-5D
- Family Name
- de Havilland Canada DHC-5 Buffalo
- Full Name
- de Havilland Canada DHC-5 Buffalo STOL Tactical-Transport Family
- Roles
- cargomilitaryutilitysearch_and_rescue
- Status
- retired
- Type
- aircraft
Details
- Aircraft Specs
- Configuration
- fixed_wing
- Operating Modes
- land
- Takeoff Landing Capabilities
- conventional
- Description
- The de Havilland Canada DHC-5 Buffalo was a rugged STOL tactical transport developed from the Caribou for military logistics and austere-field operations. Its large rear door, high-lift wing, and turboprop power supported worldwide service in cargo, utility, and search-and-rescue roles, including long Canadian and United Nations careers.
- First Flight Year
- 1,964
- Manufacturer
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- Creation Time
- August 7, 2026 at 09:20:59 UTC
- Updated Time
- August 7, 2026 at 09:20:59 UTC