Diamond DA40 Diamond Star — Pilot's Operating Handbook

This document serves as a Pilot's Operating Handbook for the Diamond DA40 series, including the DA40 NG, DA40 Tundra Star, and DA40 XLT. It provides essential information on aircraft specifications, performance, and operational guidelines. The handbook is designed for pilots and aviation enthusiasts, offering insights into the aircraft's capabilities, fuel efficiency, and safety features. It emphasizes the versatility of the DA40 series for personal flying, training, and commercial operations, showcasing its modern design and advanced avionics. The document also highlights the aircraft's fuel consumption rates and performance metrics, making it a valuable resource for flight planning and operational decision-making.

• Max cruise speed of DA40 NG: 285 km/h (154 kts)
• Max take-off mass of DA40 NG: 1,310 kg (2,888 lbs)
• Fuel consumption at 60% for DA40 NG: 19.3 lt/hr (5.1 US gal/hr)
• Max range of DA40 NG: 1,730 km (934 nm)
• DA40 series features advanced Garmin G1000 NXi avionics