Maurer said early-position diesel customers are naturally disappointed that they won’t be getting their airplanes when they expected but most have been understanding. “Anybody that’s acquiring leading-edge technology expects and is very tolerant of teething problems as long as they’re dealt with effectively,” Maurer said. He said Diamond is committed to the diesel program because the company believes the time is coming when 100LL will be phased out. “The future in fuel is jet fuel or mogas,” he said. “We’re looking to that future but we’re not going to go into it blindly.”
…Customers “Understanding”
Key Takeaways:
- Diamond's early diesel aircraft customers are understanding of delivery delays, accepting that teething problems are common with leading-edge technology.
- Diamond is deeply committed to its diesel program, despite initial setbacks.
- The company believes 100LL avgas will eventually be phased out, making jet fuel or mogas the inevitable future of aviation fuel.
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