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11.10.2017 Air, Aviation, Dornier 228,
Aviation Media release
RUAG Aviation has signed a contract for the sale
of two new production Dornier 228 aircraft to Bangladesh Navy (BN), expanding
their existing fleet of two Dornier 228s. The versatile aircraft will serve to
support surveillance and patrol flights for all aspects of maritime security,
exclusive economic zone control, and search and rescue (SAR) operations.
This new contract reinforces BN’s efforts to increase
their naval and coast guard surveillance activities to further ensure their
nation’s safety and economic strength. The new Dornier 228s will build on BN’s
existing capabilities in the patrolling of the sea routes, territorial waters,
coastal areas, and wetlands, essential to secure fishery operations, and
critical vessel tracking. The two additional Dornier 228 will also extend BN’s
reach and endurance options for SAR and natural disaster missions.
“BN’s overriding priority is the protection of Bangladesh
people, interests, and economic advantages. It has entrusted a key aspect of
this vision to the Dornier 228 since the purchase of their first two new
production models in 2011,” states Thomas Imke, Regional Sales Manager, RUAG
Aviation. “The mission adaptable sensors, and systems, as well as
communications systems, supported by the Dornier 228 in its multi-role
configuration, are providing BN with the accurate data and information they
require for achieving success,” he confirms.
The Dornier 228 offers exceptional performance and
operational advantages to BN and other coastal countries looking to safeguard
their resources and coastlines. Naval and coast guard organisations worldwide
are relying on the Dornier 228 for its renowned versatility, its outstanding
speed, range and endurance, and its cost-effective operations.
“The multi-role platform is the ideal tool for Bangladesh
Navy as they develop their Dornier 228 fleet to strengthen their strategic
capabilities and enhance continuity in their active operations for safeguarding
their nation’s key natural resources and territory,” asserts Volker Wallrodt,
Senior Vice President Business Jets, Dornier 228 & Components, RUAG
Aviation.
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Dornier 228 aircraft
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The structure of the fuselage is a conventional alloy
construction (non-pressurized fuselage).
The structure of the wing is new technology. While a
conventional wing has a main and a secondary spar, ribs and stringers and sheet
metal skin – rivited together – the Dornier 228 wing structure is a box formed
from four integrally milled alloy panels. Leading edge is conventional alloy
sheet metal with ribs and stringers, trailing edge and fowler flaps are made
from Cevlar.
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Key advantages
Square cross-section and volume
Square cross-section and volume
- Allow
for large operator console(s) and still guarantee safe egress path
- Floor
structure offering several spot for sensors installation without a need
for structural reinforcements
- Flat
bottom and side for easy sensors integration and low fuselage interference
- Retractable
gear allowing for unobstructed 360° radar scan
- Aft
cargo area configurable and accessible in flight (drop-hole possible)
- 30
second quick change pax/cargo door
- Roller door, openable in flight (optional)
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Integrated cockpit – increased operational capabilities
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The cockpit is fitted with 4 large UNIVERSAL® displays,
featuring one Primary Flight Display (PFD) and one Multi Function Display (MFD)
in front of each crew member located on the central panel, additionally an
Electronic Standby Instrument System (ESIS) is installed between the two MFD.
Those crystal clear, sunlight readable HD displays provide the pilots with the
specific information required during each phase of the Mission.
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Engines & Propellers
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The Dornier 228 is currently the most productive, most
reliable and most up-to-date aircraft in its class. And this unmatched
performance has even been significantly improved by the new 5-bladed propeller
in combination with the fuel-efficient TPE331-10 engine. The results are unique
and outstanding mission performances and improvements over the whole flight
profile.
Our complete support of the Dornier 228 includes the
competence required for the regular MRO, certified safety and continued support
of the TPE331 engine over its entire life cycle. RUAG is your experienced
partner of choice as a Honeywell Authorised Service Centre and we invest our
expertise in providing full support for TPE331-5 & -10 engines, offering
both line and major maintenance, as well as hot section inspection.
Best in class performance
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With its Transport Category OEI field performance,
control and engine responsiveness and wide range of operational speed (74 to
223 KIAS), the Dornier 228 ensures safe margins throughout the entire mission
envelope.
Range of take-off distance
- 2.600
ft at MTOW, ISA, SL
- 3.150
ft at MTOW, ISA+10°C, 2000 ft elevation
- 4.000
ft at MTOW, ISA+20°C, 4000 ft elevation
Accelerate stop distance range
- 2.500
ft at MTOW, ISA at SL
- 3.000
ft at MTOW, ISA+10°C at 2000 ft elevation
- 3.600
ft at MTOW, ISA+20°C at 4000 ft elevation
Range of unfactored landing distance
- 1.480
ft at MLW, ISA at SL
- 1.590
ft at MLW, ISA+10°C at 2000 ft elevation
- 1.730
ft atMLW, ISA+20°C at 4000 ft elevation
Climb at ISA, SL conditions
- normal
1570 ft/min
- single
engine 400 ft/min
Speed
- max.
cruise 223 KIAS
- minimum
control 74 KIAS
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