(Albuquerque, NM)    Seeker Aircraft announced today that it will be showcasing the unique characteristics of its light, fixed-wing observation aircraft at this year’s Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD2016) trade show September 14 -18.  This is the first time that the Seeker will be available for show exhibition and demonstration outside of the United States.

AAD2016, a decades-old trade and air show that is held in partnership with the South African government, is expected to host more than 30,000 trade visitors, 86 countries, and over 100 aircraft this year in Tshwane, South Africa.  

“This exhibition is the premier location for marketing air, sea, and land technologies across the African continent,” said Tommy Dunn, Senior Vice President for Business Development & Marketing at CSI Aviation, the parent company of Seeker Aircraft. “We are proud to bring the Seeker to Africa and to demonstrate its unparalleled surveillance capabilities to this discerning audience.”

According to Dunn, the aircraft provides a cost-effective solution for missions requiring short take-off and landing, easy maintenance in the field, and excellent cockpit visibility.  “In short, it’s an excellent fit for coastal and border surveillance, police and security operations, oil and gas pipeline surveillance, and wildlife protection and anti-poaching programs,” he said. 

The Seeker, with its newly approved CASA and FAA normal category cockpit, which is being brought to South Africa specifically for the exhibition, will be available for demonstration flights and possibly for sale.  

“The aircraft has already seen a lot of interest from government and commercial entities in Africa.  We’re very pleased to make it available for show and demo,” said Dunn.

People interested in scheduling a demonstration or enquiring about the sale can contact Rene “Frenchy” Martinez, Director of Sales, (719)-352-9785 or [email protected]. 

About Seeker Aircraft

The Seeker is a versatile, one-of-a-kind, light observation aircraft that was specifically designed and developed for surveillance missions. This fixed-wing aircraft provides a cost-effective solution for missions requiring short take-off and landing capabilities, easy maintenance in the field, and excellent cockpit visibility.  Seekers have flown missions in Australia, Jordan, Azerbaijan, South Africa, Tanzania, UAE, and the US with the New Mexico State Police, among others.  In development since 1993, Seeker Aircraft, Inc. manufactures, distributes, and supports the Seeker worldwide.  Seeker is headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico.  For more information, go to www.seekeraircraft.com.