Sounds like it could be cargo shifting, but such early days yet. Eyewitnesses seem to be describing a stall. Condolences to allcon.

Some nice pics there Peter. Daks look even nicer under those blue skies!

Some nice pics. More anytime please.

Back in the early 80s, I worked for an Aberdeen based airline Air Ecosse. We operated a large fleet of EMB110s and two Twin Otters. The Otters were operated in some of the worst weather conditions in the UK, and into some of the less desirable airports, especially on the island flights. Some of the flights were made up of more than one sector, with some of the sectors being very short. Although its some time ago now, I do not recall any great issues with the ‘Twotter’ operations.

Might it not be the case, that the many improvements made to the Viking Otter over its predecessor, could now make the type more suitable to replace the Trislander?

Some nice shots there. I like your ‘feathered friend’ too.

Great news for Airbus, pleased to hear it. But I wouldn’t hold your breath for JAL.

Some nice shots there. I like the Aer Lingus ATR.

I would imagine that the Twin Otter would be a major contender, especially as it has re-entered production. There’s not many places that the type can’t get in or out of.