What is the DA40 made of?
The Diamond DA40 Diamond Star is an Austrian four-seat, single-engine, light aircraft constructed from composite materials….Diamond DA40 Diamond Star.
| DA40 Diamond Star | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Diamond Aircraft Industries |
| First flight | 5 November 1997 |
| Status | In production |
| Produced | 1997–present |
How many batteries does a DA40 have?
The airplane has a 28-volt, direct current electrical system powered by a 70-ampere alternator and an 11-ampere battery.
What are the features of the Diamond DA40?
The DA40 offers the ultimate in handling, stability and control, ease of operation plus structural and system redundancies, all coupled with a high degree of crashworthiness. We are thrilled to be the first piston aircraft and engine manufacturers to offer a program that jet owners have enjoyed for years.
What makes the DA40 NG a good airplane?
The durable composite airframe, ultra-low fuel burn and superb handling make the DA40 a great airplane for travel, leaseback, and training alike. Taking delivery of a brand new DA40 NG was a dream come true.
Is the Garmin G1000 compatible with the Diamond DA40?
WARNING: The Garmin G1000, as installed in the Diamond DA40 aircraft, has a very high degree of functional integrity. However, the pilot must recognize that providing monitoring and/or self-test capability for all conceivable system failures is not practical.
How much fuel does a diamond Lycoming DA40 use?
Diamond expects production DA40s to zip along at 147 knots at 75-percent power. At that power setting, the Lycoming will consume about 10 gallons per hour, which produces good fuel economy for a fixed-gear, four-place trainer. Diamond also is taking input from customers regarding avionics and other instrument panel gear.