BRAINERD, Minn. -- A restored 1954 de Havilland Beaver guided by veteran float plane pilot Mark Mathisen of Brainerd went on a journey this week. After going through a three and one-half year rebuild, ...
The DHC-2 Beaver was purpose-built by de Havilland Canada based on "bush pilot" feedback, featuring rugged, all-metal construction, short takeoff and landing (STOL) capabilities, and adaptable landing ...