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 underlines Deutsche Aircraft’s efforts to further develop its capabilities in the field of D328-Eco-Multi-Role This aircraft model, a further development of the proven Dornier 328, is aimed at a wide range of applications, ranging from military missions to specialized civilian applications. Even years after its launch, the Dornier 328 remains highly popular, particularly among military users worldwide, laying the foundation for the new sales focus. With the D328-Eco, Deutsche Aircraft aims to continue this tradition and open up new markets.