Yellowknife, Canada, 20 April 2026 – Deutsche Aircraft has announced that Nils Heuer, newly appointed Director of Global Sales, will attend the Northern Air Transport Association (NATA) 50th Anniversary Conference and Tradeshow in Yellowknife later this month.

Participation in NATA 2026 marks the start of Deutsche Aircraft’s engagement in Canada for 2026, with a planned return for the Air Transport Association of Canada (ATAC) Conference in November. This sustained presence underlines the company’s belief that meaningful partnerships in remote and community critical aviation markets are built through continuous dialogue and long term engagement with operators.

Leadership Driving the D328eco® Mission

Heuer’s appointment comes at a pivotal moment for the D328eco programme, as the aircraft progresses through industrialisation and certification ahead of its planned entry into service in 2027.

Over the past three years, Heuer has led customer engagement for the D328eco, working closely with Northern Canadian operators. Feedback gathered through NATA, ATAC and regional consultations has been directly incorporated into the aircraft’s evolving specifications, ensuring alignment with real world operational requirements.

A Partnership Built on Canadian Technology

At NATA 2026, Deutsche Aircraft will prioritise operator centric engagement rather than large scale commercial displays. Key areas of focus include:

• Regional Fleet Renewal: One to one discussions on fleet modernisation, operational economics and the day to day challenges faced by Canadian operators.

• Canadian Innovation: Highlighting the integration of Canadian built propulsion through the strategic partnership with Pratt & Whitney Canada, whose PW127XT S engines will power the D328eco.

• Celebrating NATA’s Legacy: Recognising the operators and organisations that have shaped and sustained northern aviation over the past five decades.

“NATA represents 50 years of experience, resilience and innovation in northern aviation,” said Heuer. “Being present during this milestone year reflects Deutsche Aircraft’s commitment to supporting operators as they plan for the future—amid sustainability pressures and increasingly complex operating environments.”