At Farnborough International Airshow 2024, Deutsche Aircraft announced the unveiling of the first fuselage cut for the inaugural test aircraft for the D328eco™ programme. The Farnborough International Airshow began on a momentous note for Deutsche Aircraft, as the OEM announced the initiation of the first fuselage cut for the D328eco test aircraft. This significant milestone sets the stage for the test aircraft’s maiden flight. With over 95% of suppliers already onboard, the D328eco programme has made remarkable progress over the past four years. Lee Hayhurst caught up with Anastasija Visnakova to dicuss this new eco friendly aircraft, the multi-role capabilities, challenges bringing it to market and the on-going push for talent within the OEM sector.