Rasakti selected to supply precision tooling and ground support equipment for Deutsche Aircraft D328eco

Rasakti has been selected by Deutsche Aircraft, to supply specialised tooling and ground support equipment for the PW127XT-S engine for the D328eco regional turboprop aircraft. This strategic collaboration highlights Deutsche Aircraft’s commitment to operational excellence and sustainable aviation, while reinforcing Rasakti’s reputation for delivering precision-engineered solutions to the aerospace industry.

The PW127XT-S engine by Pratt & Whitney Canada is designed to offer 40% more time on wing, a 20% reduction in maintenance costs and a 3% improvement to specific fuel consumption. The engine is certified to operate on 100% sustainable aviation fuel, including Power-to-Liquid — aligning with Deutsche Aircraft’s vision of climate-friendly regional air transport.

Simon Johns, Vice President of Global Sales & Business Development at Rasakti commented: “We are proud to support Deutsche Aircraft in their mission to redefine regional aviation with the D328eco. Our team is dedicated to delivering the highest quality tooling and support systems to ensure the success of this next-generation aircraft.”

Patricia Ferrari, Vice President of Supply Chain at Deutsche Aircraft, stated: “Rasakti’s expertise in precision tooling and ground support equipment is a valuable addition to our supplier ecosystem. As we transition into the industrialisation phase with the D328eco, reliable partners such as Rasakti are essential to ensuring quality, efficiency and sustainability across our operations.”

The D328eco, based on the Dornier 328 platform, is expected to enter into service in Q4 2027 and is uniquely positioned to address the evolving performance and efficiency expectations of modern regional aviation in its class, with a strong focus on sustainability.