Farnborough, UK, 21 July 2026 – Acron Aviation and Deutsche Aircraft have announced a long-term partnership and the signing of a supply agreement for Flight Recorder and Standby solutions for the next-generation D328eco, a regional turboprop that is designed, certified and industrialised in Europe.

Designed to meet evolving operational and regulatory requirements, Acron Aviation's 25-hour Recorder and Standby solutions combine proven reliability with advanced technology to enhance aircraft safety, operational efficiency and lifecycle performance. This directly supports Deutsche Aircraft's vision to deliver a regional aircraft that meets the highest performance and certification standards, while enabling sustainable flight operations.

The agreement secures the supply of flight recording and standby instrumentation systems for the D328eco programme, further solidifying Deutsche Aircraft's industrial and supplier ecosystem as the aircraft progresses towards entry into service.

“This agreement represents more than a supplier relationship; it is the beginning of a long-term partnership built on shared values, innovation and a commitment to advancing regional aviation,” said Ron Nye, President of Acron Aviation. “We are proud to support Deutsche Aircraft and the D328eco programme with our trusted Recorder and Standby solutions. As one of Europe's most forward-looking aircraft manufacturers, Deutsche Aircraft is helping redefine sustainable regional flight, and we are delighted to contribute technologies that support the programme's operational integrity and long-term success."

This partnership reflects a mutual commitment to strengthening aerospace supply chains through long-term collaboration and innovation. By pairing Deutsche Aircraft's next-generation regional aircraft with Acron Aviation's expertise in safety-critical avionics, both companies are shaping the future of regional aviation.

"Building strong, long-term relationships with suppliers is fundamental to the success of the D328eco® programme,” said Patricia Ferrari, Vice President Supply Chain at Deutsche Aircraft. “Acron Aviation’s extensive expertise in safety-critical avionics systems and their proven track record makes them an important partner as we continue to mature our industrial ecosystem. This agreement reflects our shared commitment to quality, innovation and delivering a next-generation regional aircraft that meets the evolving expectations of operators and regulators worldwide."

The D328eco is a next-generation 40-seat regional turboprop developed and industrialised in Germany to meet the growing demand for efficient and sustainable regional connectivity. Building on the proven heritage of the Dornier 328, the aircraft integrates advanced technologies to reduce emissions, improve fuel efficiency and enhance economic performance. Supported by a growing network of strategic industry partners, the programme continues to move forward to deliver a modern regional aircraft tailored to the needs of airlines, passengers and communities.