The Heron was of all-metal construction, and was laid out as a conventional design; the resulting aircraft was able to use many of the parts originally designed for the Dove, thus simplifying logistics for airlines employing both types.
The Heron was of all-metal construction, and was laid out as a conventional, low-wing monoplane with tricycle undercarriage. The resulting aircraft was supposed to be able to use many of the parts originally designed for the Dove, thus simplifying logistics for airlines employing both types.