Wessling, 12 November 2024 – Deutsche Aircraft, a German aircraft manufacturer, is pleased to announce the appointment of Reinhard Schwaiger and Carlos Castro as the new Sales Directors for their global sales team. Reinhard and Carlos will play a crucial role in implementing the global sales strategy for the 40-seater D328eco™ regional turboprop aircraft in key markets worldwide.
Industry know-how and international expertise
Reinhard Schwaiger brings a wealth of experience to his new role at Deutsche Aircraft. He has spent the past 12 years working in international sales and key account management, responsible for aircraft sales, services and simulators at Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH in Austria and recently serving as Sales Director at Blackshape S.p.A. in Italy.
Reinhard’s expertise lies in working with institutional clients, including government contracts and military operators across Africa, the Middle East, Europe and Asia. He has successfully managed projects for private clients and built strong industry networks. Fluent in English, German and Italian. Reinhard’s international experience has given him a deep appreciation for cultural diversity and the value of collaboration.
Carlos Castro brings over 15 years of experience in the aerospace sector to his new role as Sales Director at Deutsche Aircraft. Throughout his career, Carlos has held technical consultancy roles, served as director of customer services, and worked as a business development manager in aerospace and defence. Carlos is currently the coordinator of the DGLR-Virtual International Group, a PMI-certified project manager and a member of AIAA.
Carlos was born in Brazil and raised in Ecuador. He is fluent in English, German Spanish, and Portuguese. With his multilingual work experience across Europe, the Middle East, and both North and South America, Carlos has an in-depth knowledge of the international aviation market.
A global team making a global impact
Anastasija Visnakova, VP Sales & Marketing at Deutsche Aircraft, is enthusiastic about these seasoned professionals joining the sales team. “The addition of Reinhard and Carlos to our exciting sales team is a testament to Deutsche Aircraft’s commitment to expanding its global presence and strengthening sales efforts within key markets. With their extensive knowledge and technical expertise, both Reinhard and Carlos will be instrumental in positioning our D328eco as a premier solution for regional airlines and operators around the world.”
Deutsche Aircraft is thrilled to welcome Reinhard and Carlos to the team. Their combined experience will be invaluable in accelerating market reach and driving sales of the D328eco.
