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Diamond Aircraft delivers fifth DA62 MPP to 2Excel Aviation, making them the World’s largest fleet operator of the type

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Dana Ermolenko
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Diamond Aircraft announced the delivery of the fifth DA62 MPP to 2Excel Aviation, cementing the UK-based company’s position as the world’s largest fleet operator of the DA62 MPP. The latest delivery further strengthens the successful partnership between Diamond Aircraft and 2Excel Aviation, whose fleet of DA62 MPPs is utilized for a broad range of special mission operations including maritime surveillance, environmental monitoring, and ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) roles.

Mario Spiegel, Head of Sales Special Mission Aircraft commented: “We are thrilled to reach this important milestone with 2Excel. Their growing fleet of DA62 MPPs is a testament to the platform’s outstanding versatility, efficiency, and reliability. We’re proud to support 2Excel in delivering innovative and mission-critical capabilities across a wide range of operational environments.”

Arnie Palmer, Director of Special Missions at 2Excel Aviation stated: “Receiving our fifth DA62 MPP is a major step forward. As the largest fleet operator of this outstanding aircraft, we are uniquely positioned to offer our clients advanced airborne capabilities with a lower environmental footprint and high operational flexibility. Our collaboration with Diamond Aircraft has been crucial to our success.”

The DA62 MPP is Diamond Aircraft’s flagship surveillance aircraft, designed to meet the needs of demanding mission profiles. Powered by efficient Jet-A1 piston engines,equipped with state-of-the-art sensors and mission management systems, and boasting low operating costs, the aircraft continues to attract customers worldwide.

The delivery marks a new chapter in the operational deployment of the DA62 MPP and underlines its growing role in modern aerial surveillance and special mission operations.





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