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Deutsche Aircraft begins construction of first D328eco test aircraft

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Deutsche Aircraft begins construction of first D328eco test aircraft
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Deutsche Aircraft has commenced construction of the first D328eco test aircraft, TAC 1. The German manufacturer announced this milestone during the Farnborough Airshow on July 25, following a recent delay in the projected service entry for the re-engined twin turboprop to 2027.

According to Deutsche Aircraft, a specially developed precision tool was used to cut the fuselage of TAC 1. The team is now focused on development and testing stages with support from a robust supply chain. The company has secured production contracts with over 95% of its suppliers, including Triumph, which was recently selected to design and manufacture the pre-cooler system.

"We are thrilled to announce the fuselage cut for the D328eco program," said Deutsche Aircraft COO Nico Neumann. "This milestone is a testament to the hard work and ingenuity of our team, which has successfully started the TAC 1 development process."

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The German manufacturer aims to modernize the 1990s-era twin turboprop and achieve EASA type certification in 2026. The 40-passenger D328eco will feature new Pratt & Whitney PW127XT-S engines that will initially run on power-to-liquid sustainable aviation fuel.

In addition, Deutsche Aircraft plans to introduce a hydrogen-powered version in the longer term. It has conducted studies with Universal Hydrogen and German hydrogen propulsion developer H2Fly.

In June 2024, Deutsche Aircraft announced a materials management agreement with Thyssenkrupp Aerospace. The D328eco’s flight deck will use a Garmin avionics suite.

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