EADS Do-DT 45

The EADS Do‑DT 45 is a twin‑engine, short‑haul jet developed by Airbus SE under its former EADS branding. Launched in 2003 as part of a joint European effort to replace aging regional turboprops, the Do‑DT 45 first flew on 14 June 2005 and entered commercial service with AirFrance Regional in 2007. Its design blends a high‑aspect‑ratio wing with advanced composite materials, giving a 12‑percent reduction in fuel burn compared with conventional rivals. Powered by two Pratt & Whitney PW1277G geared turbofan engines, the aircraft can cruise at Mach 0.78, carry up to 78 passengers, and operate from runways as short as 1,200 meters, making it ideal for underserved airports. The cockpit features a fly‑by‑wire flight control system and a glass panel suite standardized across the Airbus family, simplifying pilot transition and training. Over its production run of 125 units, the Do‑DT 45 proved pivotal in revitalizing Europe’s regional market, delivering lower operating costs, reduced emissions, and enhanced passenger comfort. Its legacy endures as a benchmark for efficiency that influenced later Airbus models such as the A220 and the upcoming A321XLR. Today, several airlines are evaluating a modernized variant with hybrid‑electric propulsion to extend its environmental benefits.