DHC-1 MK 21

The DHC-1 Chipmunk Mk 21 is a civil variant of the foundational DHC-1 Chipmunk primary trainer aircraft. The DHC-1 was the first production aircraft from De Havilland Canada, succeeding the popular de Havilland Tiger Moth biplane in the postwar era. The Mk 21 specifically was a civil version of the Mk 20 military export model, built to civil standards, with 28 units produced.

The manufacturer, De Havilland, has a long history in aviation, originally founded in 1920 by Geoffrey de Havilland. The company became well-known for successful designs like the DH. 82 Tiger Moth. De Havilland Canada, where the DHC-1 Chipmunk was developed, was established during the post-Second World War era. The Chipmunk served extensively with air forces, including the RAF, and was widely exported, ensuring its place as an iconic trainer.

A range of platforms and access solutions support maintenance around the DHC-1 MK 21. These solutions—including the Reach Deck Platform, Modular Stepover Platforms, Super Trestle Scaffold, Ultraraise, and Super Service Stand—are used for thorough servicing across all critical aircraft sections. This comprehensive access supports work on the Nose Section (radome, avionics, cockpit), Landing Gear (NLG and MLG), and the Tail Section (stabilizers, rudder), facilitating detailed inspection across the fuselage and wing areas.