{"id":3489,"date":"2026-02-13T17:44:15","date_gmt":"2026-02-13T17:44:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/airshowsinternationalmagazine.com\/?p=3489"},"modified":"2026-02-13T17:44:16","modified_gmt":"2026-02-13T17:44:16","slug":"general-atomics-aerotec-to-showcase-the-do228-during-fidae-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/airshowsinternationalmagazine.com\/?p=3489","title":{"rendered":"GENERAL ATOMICS AEROTEC TO SHOWCASE THE DO228 DURING FIDAE 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>ASIM, Feb 13<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>General Atomics Aerotec will showcase the Do228 twin-engine turboprop aircraft in the framework of the International Air and Space Fair, FIDAE 2026, one of the most modern high-wing aircraft in its category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the late 1970s, the German company Dornier developed new-technology wings (TNT, Tragfl\u00fcgel neuer Technologie) and a new fuselage, which led to the creation of the Do228 series. The aircraft was first unveiled during the Internationale Luft- und Raumfahrtausstellung, ILA 1980, in Berlin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Do228-100 prototype, with 15 seats, and the Do228-200, with 19 seats, were developed quickly and entered service in 1982. The aircraft demonstrated its versatility and STOL (Short Take-Off and Landing) capability for both passenger and cargo transport, as well as for special missions. Subsequently, in the late 2000s, development began on the Do228 NG (New Generation), a modernized version featuring five-blade propellers, more powerful engines, and a glass cockpit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In early 2021, General Atomics Aerotec acquired Dornier and, in early 2023, introduced the latest version: the Do228 NXT (Next Generation), an aircraft that combines proven components with modern technology. This update included new wing alloys, now manufactured by General Atomics, as well as a redesigned cabin layout, new LED lighting, a new electric air conditioning system, and an Attitude and Heading Reference System (AHRS).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thanks to its versatility, the Do228 can perform a wide range of missions, including border surveillance, cargo and passenger transport, aeromedical evacuation, research platform operations, maritime patrol, parachutist drops, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Key specifications include two Honeywell TPE331-10 engines; maximum takeoff weight (MTOW); a payload capacity of 2,155 kg; a top speed of 440 km\/h; an endurance of up to 8 hours; a range of 2,630 km; and seating for up to 19 passengers, among other features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Having 46 years of experience, FIDAE is an exhibition dedicated to showcasing Aerospace, Defense, and Security technologies, positioning Chile as a benchmark in Latin America and the Chilean Air Force as a key player in the space technology field with its contribution to national development<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"803\" src=\"https:\/\/airshowsinternationalmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-37-1024x803.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/airshowsinternationalmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-37-1024x803.png 1024w, https:\/\/airshowsinternationalmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-37-300x235.png 300w, https:\/\/airshowsinternationalmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-37-768x602.png 768w, https:\/\/airshowsinternationalmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-37.png 1381w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ASIM, Feb 13 General Atomics Aerotec will showcase the Do228 twin-engine turboprop aircraft in the framework of the International Air and Space Fair, FIDAE 2026, one of the most modern high-wing aircraft in its category. 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