In September 2026, General Atomics AeroTec Systems (GA-ATS) will put a major focus on Africa, with two trade show appearances highlighting the strategic importance of the continent for its new Do228 NXT turboprop aircraft. The German manufacturer will exhibit at the El Alamein International Airshow in Egypt (September 8-10, 2026) and the Africa Aerospace & Defence (AAD) Expo in South Africa (September 16-20, 2026), where it will hold a large booth in Hangar 1, Booth 1CW6.
By focusing on the second-largest continent, GA-ATS underscores the importance of Africa and the Middle East as a large and growing market for the Do228 NXT. In Africa, the Do228 has a long and proven operational history, with over 30 different operators across nearly 20 countries. To this day, it serves as a vital platform for connecting remote areas, landing at unpaved airfields, conducting short takeoff and landing (STOL) operations, and performing demanding missions under harsh conditions.
With the new Do228 NXT, GA-ATS says this success story continues. The company has developed a modern and reliable aircraft ideally suited to Africa’s operational requirements, capable of performing passenger and cargo transport, border surveillance, search and rescue, medical evacuation, and reconnaissance missions. This gives operators the key advantage of carrying out multiple mission types with a single airframe.
The Do228 NXT Demonstrator aircraft will be on static display at El Alamein International Airport in Egypt, marking the first time the aircraft has appeared on static display outside Europe, following strong interest from customers, delegations, and industry professionals at ILA Berlin 2026 and the Farnborough International Airshow. One week later, the aircraft moves to South Africa for the AAD Expo. GA-ATS describes the two appearances as the beginning of a broader strategic focus on Africa, where it sees significant market opportunities and potential for the Do228 NXT.
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