De Havilland Canada Breaks Ground on New Facility Near Calgary
De Havilland Canada broke ground on a new aircraft manufacturing facility near Strathmore, Alberta, on May 15, 2026.
May 16, 2026
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Source: ca.news.yahoo.com
De Havilland Canada broke ground on its new aircraft manufacturing facility, De Havilland Field, on Friday, May 15, 2026. The site is located 11 kilometres west of Strathmore in Wheatland County, Alberta, near Calgary.
The facility is expected to support the production of the DHC-515 firefighting aircraft and other models, continuing the growth of Calgary's aviation sector. The project is anticipated to create hundreds of jobs in the region.
Officials from De Havilland Canada, along with local and provincial representatives, attended the groundbreaking ceremony. The company has emphasized the strategic location for its operations.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the new De Havilland Canada facility located?
It is located 11 kilometres west of Strathmore, in Wheatland County, Alberta, near Calgary.
When did the groundbreaking ceremony take place?
The groundbreaking ceremony took place on Friday, May 15, 2026.
What aircraft will be produced at the new facility?
The facility is expected to produce the DHC-515 firefighting aircraft and other models.
