One Hundred Years of Tradition Reborn in the Seastar CD-2
After being introduced to aviation by Count Zeppelin, Claudius Dornier founded his first company, Dornier Metallbauten, in 1914. Over the years, the company remained an integral part of the emerging aviation industry, producing more than 100 designs for both the civil and military markets. Through the process, Dornier accomplished numerous technological advancements including the first fully metal aircraft. Building on the family's aviation legacy, Claudius Dornier Jr. turned his focus to the design, production, and operation of flying boats. After years of development, Dornier received the first type certificate for an all-composite commercial aircraft.