VÆRIDION and Deutsche Aircraft Join Forces to Advance Sustainable Regional Aviation
- VÆRIDION and Deutsche Aircraft have entered a MoU to advance sustainable regional aviation.
- The collaboration agreement is designed to facilitate the flight testing of VÆRIDION’s cutting-edge battery technology on the D328®UpLift D-CUPL flying test bed.
- The partnership will also focus on sharing expertise in structural design, industrialization, and aircraft testing know-how.
- By combining their complementary strengths, these companies reinforce Bavaria’s position as a leading hub for aviation innovation.
Wessling, Germany – September 23, 2025 — Vaeridion GmbH and Deutsche Aircraft GmbH have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly explore technical and non-technical enablers in the field of R&T and development in furtherance of their leadership realizing sustainable regional aviation.
The collaboration brings together two companies with very different, yet best-in-class approaches in their respective field of operation and class.
VÆRIDION’s with its unique CS-23 all-electric Microliner—a cost-effective, short-haul commuter aircraft for 9 passengers and Deutsche Aircraft, the D328 TC-holder and CS-25 OEM, currently advancing the 40-seat D328eco®, a 100% SAF-ready regional aircraft.
Under the MoU, Deutsche Aircraft, the only Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) in Germany with full system integration capabilities, supports VÆRIDION in their pursuit of flight testing their advanced battery technology on the flying test bed UpLift D-CUPL from the German Aerospace Center (DLR).
Additionally, Deutsche Aircraft will contribute its expertise in structural design, industrialization and testing of new aircraft to the Microliner development.
This partnership aligns with both parties’ ongoing commitment to revitalizing local communities and underserved routes with the most innovative aviation solutions.
“This MoU marks a pivotal moment in our journey toward emission-free regional flights,” said Markus Kochs-Kämper, CTO and Managing Director of VÆRIDION. “By uniting our technological expertise with Deutsche Aircraft’s long-standing engineering excellence and design quality, we aim to accelerate the Microliner programme and provide sustainable, cost-effective air travel solutions to underserved markets in Europe and beyond.”
Frederic Fischer, Head of R&T of Deutsche Aircraft, added, “We are proud to collaborate with VÆRIDION in shaping the future of regional aviation. This partnership reflects our shared commitment to innovation, sustainability, and the transformation of air mobility.”
With both organizations based in the greater Munich area and maintaining a presence at the AirTech Campus at Oberpfaffenhofen Airport, the collaboration is firmly embedded in the German and broader European innovation ecosystem – once again showcasing the strength of aviation innovation made in Bavaria.
About VÆRIDION:
VÆRIDION is transforming regional air travel with the Microliner, a 100% electric aircraft designed for clean and affordable mobility on regional and underserved routes. Headquartered in Munich, with a subsidiary in Delft, we are developing an eCTOL aircraft that carries up to 9 passengers over 400 km under IFR conditions, meeting the operational and sustainability goals of regional airlines. The clean-sheet design features a glider-inspired wing with integrated modular batteries, and a multi-engine, single-propeller propulsion system. The result? The most energy efficient aircraft in its class. No science fiction, just real, achievable, zero-emission travel before 2030. vaeridion.com
Media Contact: pr@vaeridion.com
About Deutsche Aircraft
Deutsche Aircraft is a German aircraft manufacturer built on the heritage of aviation pioneers that continues to propel the aviation industry forward with innovative solutions. Supported by a highly skilled and passionate team of international engineers and aviation experts, Deutsche Aircraft is developing the most advanced regional aircraft on the market: the D328eco®. As the Type Certificate (TC) holder and service partner for existing D328®(both prop and jet) operators worldwide, the company is uniquely positioned to complement the existing fleet with this next-generation aircraft.
Deutsche Aircraft employs the latest technologies and best practices to ensure the highest levels of reliability, efficiency and sustainability for the D328eco. As a strategic partner for the sustainable development of regional air transport, Deutsche Aircraft is working with key players in the industry to achieve climate-neutral flights. deutscheaircraft.com
Media Contact: pressoffice@deutscheaircraft.com
