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Deutsche Aircraft lays cornerstone for D328eco production line

The D328eco aircraft © Deutsche Aircraft
The D328eco aircraft © Deutsche Aircraft

Deutsche Aircraft has reached a major milestone in its development of the D328eco® regional aircraft, with the cornerstone laid for the new final assembly line (FAL) at Leipzig/Halle Airport. The ceremony marks a pivotal step in the journey towards serial production of the D328eco, a next-generation turboprop aircraft designed to offer high efficiency and environmental performance in regional aviation.

Following the ground-breaking event in May 2023, significant progress has been made on the site, located at one of Germany’s key transportation hubs. The new facility will span 60,500 m² —an area roughly the size of eight football pitches—and will include a CO₂-neutral manufacturing plant, a commissioning hangar, a logistics centre and administrative buildings. Construction is expected to be completed by the end of 2025.

Once operational, the facility will create employment for an additional 250 to 350 staff, with an annual production capacity of up to 48 aircraft. This development not only strengthens the position of Deutsche Aircraft but also contributes to the economic and technological landscape of the Leipzig region. The project reflects a strong collaboration between stakeholders across sectors such as logistics, aviation, and regional infrastructure.

The next milestone for Deutsche Aircraft will be the unveiling of its first test aircraft, the D328eco TAC 1, on May 28. The aircraft will debut at the company’s headquarters at the Air Tech Campus in Oberpfaffenhofen, showcasing what is described as the world’s most efficient and eco-friendly aircraft in its category. This initiative highlights Germany’s commitment to innovation and sustainability in regional aviation.

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