RUAG Receives Bangladesh Navy’s Dornier 228 for a Comprehensive 72-Month Overhaul
RUAG MRO International Supports Bangladesh Navy with Dornier 228-212 Aircraft
RUAG MRO International, the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) of the Dornier 228, is excited to announce the arrival of the first of two Dornier 228-212 special mission aircraft for the Bangladesh Navy (BN) for its essential 72-month inspection. The maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) contract was formalized on April 3, 2019, at the Directorate General of Purchase (DGDP) in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
This inaugural aircraft journeyed from its home base, piloted by RUAG’s technical experts alongside BN maintenance technicians, reaching the OEM’s production facility in Oberpfaffenhofen, Germany, on May 26, 2019.
The collaboration between RUAG MRO International and the Bangladesh Navy guarantees specialized maintenance and support for the two Dornier 228-212 aircraft, which are pivotal for various operations. As stipulated in the contract, RUAG will utilize the 72-month MRO inspections to provide critical training for BN maintenance technicians, enhancing their operational expertise. The contract signing was witnessed by Commodore Zahir, Director of Purchase for the Bangladesh Navy, and Michael Franz, Director of Customer Support for the Dornier 228 at RUAG MRO International.
The Bangladesh Navy relies heavily on their Dornier 228s for surveillance and patrol missions vital to maritime security, exclusive economic zone management, and search and rescue (SAR) operations. Commodore Zahir stated, “Our efforts in naval and coast guard surveillance play a significant role in ensuring our nation’s security and economic stability. Given our demanding mission schedules and flight plans, we need guaranteed aircraft availability around the clock. Trusting RUAG with these extensive inspections is crucial for maintaining the reliability and performance we expect from our fleet.”
Michael Franz remarked, “We are honored that the Bangladesh Navy sees us as a reliable partner. Our support enhances their operational capabilities, ensuring the safeguarding of their nation’s essential resources.”
Volker Wallrodt, Senior Vice President of Business Jets at RUAG MRO International, emphasized, “Our unique position allows us to provide comprehensive support services not just to the Bangladesh Navy but to all Dornier 228 operators. As an EASA-approved Part 21J Design Organization (DOA) and the holder of the Dornier 228 Type Certificate (TC), we bring extensive expertise to the table. Our dedicated team of customer support, engineering, and technical specialists leverage their deep understanding of the Dornier 228 to offer mission-adaptable solutions and full life-cycle support services.”
RUAG MRO International stands as a premier supplier and integrator of systems and components in both civil and military aviation across the globe. The company is also involved in developing and supporting simulation and training systems tailored for internationally trained security forces.
With a strong focus on aircraft and helicopter support throughout their entire life cycle, RUAG MRO International’s portfolio encompasses maintenance, repair, and overhaul services, upgrades, and the development and integration of subsystems and components.
Furthermore, as the OEM of the versatile Dornier 228—renowned for special missions as well as passenger and cargo operations—RUAG MRO International is committed to delivering top-notch customer support solutions, which include OEM services.
Additionally, RUAG MRO International excels in developing simulation and training systems technology that supports live, virtual, and constructive (LVC) training scenarios. Their comprehensive and adaptable training solutions cater to mission objectives, addressing individual, team, and unit instructional needs.
