Hutchinson has been selected by Deutsche Aircraft to design, develop, manufacture, and supply the primary insulation and low-pressure air ducting system for the company's D328eco regional turboprop.
With a test aircraft first rolled out in May, the D328eco is a new variant of the Dornier 328 turboprop airliner produced in the 1990s. It has been stretched by 2m over the original Dornier 328, allowing it to carry up to 40 passengers.
Hutchinson said that its "ultra-lightweight” insulation and air ducting systems will contribute significantly to the aircraft’s efficiency, reduced emissions, and operational competitiveness.