Deutsche Aircraft, in partnership with construction company Weerts Group, has held a ‘richtfest’ (topping-out ceremony) for its final assembly line at Leipzig/Halle Airport.

The ceremony was attended by stakeholders including representatives from Weerts Group, Leipzig/Halle Airport and government officials, celebrating the progress of a project that is set to transform the aerospace landscape in Saxony and beyond.

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The €100m final assembly line, located on a 60,500 square metre site (which is the equivalent of eight football fields) features automated and driverless transport systems, energy-efficient battery-powered tools and augmented reality integration to enhance precision. Customers will be able to observe their aircraft being assembled in real time.

With an annual production capacity of up to 48 aircraft, the facility is creating between 250 and 350 highly skilled jobs, contributing to the regional economy and reinforcing Leipzig’s role as a strategic aviation hub in Europe.

Sebastian Böhnl, Leipzig Site Manager of Deutsche Aircraft, said: “The Final Assembly Line has been developed and planned for the next generation of aircraft manufacturing. The focus is on the employees, with processes adapted accordingly. For example, materials are delivered directly to the workstation, and working heights are designed to meet the highest ergonomic standards.”

Deutsche Aircraft expects the handover of the FAL from the end of 2025, with the production of the first D328eco aircraft beginning in early 2026. This milestone will not only revive aircraft manufacturing in the region but also set a new standard for sustainable aviation in Europe.