Deutsche Aircraft GmbH, a German aircraft manufacturer based in Oberpfaffenhofen, has Markus Hahner Sales Director Special Mission Solutions With this appointment, the company strengthens its sales team in the special aircraft sector, particularly for defense and security applications. Hahner will bring his extensive experience in international business development to this position.
Markus Hahner joins Deutsche Aircraft from Leonardo SpA, where he held a senior business development position since 2017. There, he played a key role in securing major defense contracts, including a multinational project valued at €100 million. Prior to joining Leonardo, Hahner held various consulting and management positions, including at the German Federal Ministry of Defense and a leading German drone company. His career demonstrates in-depth knowledge of the defense sector and complex procurement processes.
Hahner's appointment underscores Deutsche Aircraft's commitment to expanding its capabilities in the D328-Eco multi-role segment . This aircraft model, a further development of the proven Dornier 328, is designed for versatile applications ranging from military tasks to specialized civilian uses. Even years after its introduction, the Dornier 328 remains highly popular, particularly among military users worldwide, which forms the basis for the new sales strategy. With the D328-Eco, Deutsche Aircraft aims to continue this tradition and tap into new markets.