DA40 SERIES AIRBORNE INNOVATION

Diamond DA40 Diamond Star · Pilot's Operating Handbook

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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

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Type: Pilot's Operating Handbook
Year: 2025
Pages: 13
File size: 9.1 MB
Publisher: www.diamondaircraft.com

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Specifications

Range (nm): 985
Engine (hp): 168
Propeller: MT propeller MTV-6-R/190-69
Engine model: Austro Engine AE 300
Max speed (kt): 154
Empty weight (lb): 897
Service ceiling (ft): 16,400
Max takeoff weight (lb): 900

Performance

Fuel burn (gph): 8.2

Weight & balance

Useful load (lb): 900
Basic empty weight (lb): 897
Max takeoff weight (lb): 900

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Specifications

The DA40 series features various models with different specifications. The DA40 NG is powered by an Austro Engine AE300 turbocharged engine with 168 HP, while the DA40 XLT uses a Lycoming IO-360 M1-A engine with 180 HP. The aircraft has a maximum take-off mass of 1,310 kg (2,888 lbs) for the DA40 NG and 1,200 kg (2,646 lbs) for the DA40 XLT. Fuel capacity varies, with the DA40 NG holding 147.6 liters and the DA40 XLT up to 189 liters with long-range tanks.

Performance

The DA40 NG achieves a maximum cruise speed of 285 km/h (154 kts) and a maximum range of 1,730 km (934 nm) at 50% power. The DA40 XLT has a maximum cruise speed of 263 km/h (142 kts) and a maximum range of 1,569 km (847 nm) at optimal conditions. Stall speeds for landing configurations are 107 km/h (58 kts) for the DA40 NG and 96 km/h (52 kts) for the DA40 XLT.

Fuel Efficiency

The DA40 NG boasts a fuel consumption rate of 19.3 liters per hour (5.1 US gal/hr) at 60% power, while the DA40 XLT consumes 31 liters per hour (8.2 US gal/hr) at 65% power. This efficiency is a key selling point for both personal and commercial operators.

Safety Features

The DA40 series is designed with safety in mind, featuring a robust composite airframe, stable handling characteristics, and advanced avionics. The aircraft includes passive safety features such as aluminum fuel cells and a 26G rated safety cell cockpit, contributing to its industry-leading safety record.

Avionics

Equipped with the Garmin G1000 NXi glass cockpit, the DA40 series offers modern avionics comparable to those found in commercial airliners. This system enhances situational awareness and reduces pilot workload, making it ideal for training and personal use.

Safety notes

The DA40 series has a 26G rated safety cell cockpit to enhance occupant safety.
Aluminum fuel cells are designed to prevent post-impact fires.

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DA40 SERIES AIRBORNE INNOVATION Useful Load 408 kg or 900 lbs Consumption at 65% 31 lt/h or 8.2 gal/h Max. Speed 263 km/h or 142 kts Max. Altitude 5,000m or 16,400 ft Useful Load 407 kg or 897 lbs Consumption at 60% 19.3 lt/h or 5.1 gal/h Max. Speed 285 km/h or 154 kts Max. Altitude 5,000m or 16,400 ft Page 3 DA40 VARIANTS (Images from top to bottom) DA40 NG, DA40 Tundra Star, DA40 XLT Lycoming. “Taking delivery of a brand new DA40 NG was a dream come true. I have been the happy owner of a DA42 and had long wanted to add a sister single engine plane alongside the twin - for my owner-run rental business. I took the plunge and ordered the DA40 NG. She is beautifully designed, and has a character that shows through as you warm her up, playfully waiting to launch herself into the world. This plane soars rather than just takes off. In her short time in the UK, she has been all over Europe, including down as far as Portugal, and has won many fans.“ Sue Bell, DA40 NG and DA42 owner, UK DA40: FOUR SEAT VERSATILITY Whether you are a new aviator looking for the perfect first airplane, an experienced IFR pilot with discerning tastes or a forward thinking flight school, the DA40 is the smart choice. The durable composite airframe, ultra low fuel burn and superb handling make the DA40 a great airplane for travel, leaseback, and training alike. DA40 AT A GLANCE: ▪ 4 seats / big baggage space ▪ Superb visibility ▪ Durable Composite Airframe ▪ Superior Stability and Control ▪ Garmin G1000 NXi ▪ Super low fuel burn Jetfuel turbocharged ▪ AE300 Engine or Lycoming IO360M1A DA40 XLT KEYFACTS: DA40 NG KEYFACTS: Page 5 DESIGNED FOR ROUGH CONDITIONS You want to explore the great outdoors or are a flight school sur- rounded by rough terrain and don’t want to miss all the benefits of a modern aircraft with an impressive performance and range? Then the DA40 Tundra Star is your choice. The aircraft is equipped with a beefed-up landing gear and oversized tires. The all-new tricycle landing gear is able to withstand high stress of landings, enduring holes, ruts, and other irregularities. This makes the air- plane very easy to handle on the ground. Furthermore, the AE300 jet fuel engine can use a range of different fuels, from Jet A-1, Jet A, and TC-1 to PT, giving you greater deployment flexibility. ROUGH TERRAIN LANDING GEAR Made out of proven light-weight and solid composite mate- rial and powered with a 168 hp state-of-the-art AE300 jet fuel engine from Austro Engine, the DA40 Tundra Star is equipped with all the advantages you love in its sister aircraft DA40 NG. But equipped with a special rough terrain landing gear you can explore all the uneven strips and terrains you ever wanted to. Bigger wheels on the main and nose landing gears, an improved wheel base, new rims, as well as special reinforcements and tougher structures give you the safety to land almost anywhere. „The cabin is fairly comfortable and is equipped with the com- munication system between the passengers and the pilot what is essential for the trace adjust during the flight. Mod- ern navigation aid and auto- pilot enable the crew to retain the heading and the height, to make modifications during the flight. The aeroplane DA40 is constructed in such a way that the minimum flying speed makes about 170 km/h, which is considered to be a com- paratively high criteria under the conditions of Yakutia. To our minds the aircraft can be successfully implemented to carry out the aerial survey of DSO under the conditions of the vast tundra.” Director, E.F. Antono DA40 TUNDRA STAR DA40 NG A NEW GENERATION The DA40 NG is an all round practical and versatile multiuse four seat airplane for the 21st century. Combining the best qualities of its venerable predecessors, the DA40 NG does it all, with a modern twist. Personal flying, instruction, cross country transportation, the DA40 NG offers a unique blend of practicality, performance, value and operating economy. PROPULSION The turbocharged 168 HP Austro AE300 jet fuel piston engine powers the DA40 NG, with technology not available in any other aircraft in class. It starts easily under all conditions, hot and cold alike, uses less than 8.5 gph at maximum continuous power and only 5.5 gph in a typical flight training environment, while deli- vering excellent cruise performance and sprightly climbs, thanks to turbocharging that maintains full power to 14,000’. It is turbine smooth, quiet and the most fuel efficient way to fly. The single power lever and redundant digital engine control offer ultimate reliability and ease of operation. It is as simple as it gets and lets you focus on flying. The DA40 NG is the ultimate development of this popular single, incorporating the experience gained in several million hours of operation and years of service under the harshest of conditions. Its defining feature, the turbocharged AE300 jetfuel piston engine, elevates the DA40 to a new level. While the industry searches for solutions to replace leaded AVGAS 100LL, Diamond’s DA40 NG sidesteps the issue by use of the most widely used aviation fuel, Jetfuel. Not only is Jetfuel leadfree, it is also lower cost, available globally, and less flammable than gasoline. Best of all, the DA40 NG, with its Austro AE300 turbocharged engine and aerodyna- mically efficient design, uses far less fuel than any comparable airplane. Private owners will delight in the performance, handling, high quality finish, luxurious interior, thoughtful details and comfort features that make the DA40 such a pleasure to fly. Commercial operators and lea- seback owners will appreciate the ramp appeal, the reliability and low overall lifecycle cost. Page 7 DA40 XLT POWERED BY LYCOMING The fuel injected normally aspirated Lycoming IO360M1A is the most advanced development of the long serving Lycoming 180 hp O/IO360 family. Installed in the DA40, the 180hp engine drives a choice of composite and metal constant speed 2 blade propellers

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by Hartzell or a 3 blade propeller by MT, offering each customer the choice of maximum performance, durability and value. The Lycoming IO360, delivers smooth and refined performance, has amassed millions of flight hours in high utilization operations worldwide, is familiar to A&P’s everywhere and consistently rea- ches TBO and beyond. GREAT FOR TRAVELING AND TRAINING The DA40 XLT is the ultimate development of this popular single, incorporating the experience gained in several million hours of operation and years of service under the harshest of conditions. While it cannot match the absolute fuel efficiency and economy of its Austro powered stablemates, the DA40 XLT’s aerodynamically efficient airframe extracts a level of performance out of its 180hp Lycoming engine, normally associated with higher horsepower. „I sat in a lot of planes before making my decision. My DA40 feels a lot like a European sports car. When you sit in a Porsche and you touch or reach for something, it‘s so well designed that it feels like someone really paid attention to all the details, right down to the font used on the speedometer. I feel as though my Diamond is like that – a talented team really put a lot of thought into it. They star- ted with a new idea, and each piece feels well considered and thought out.” Colin Summers, DA40 Owner, Carlifornia Page 9 ADVANCED AVIONICS When it comes to safety, positive results are what really matter most. Diamond has earned a safety record, backed by real world data, that is second to none. UNMATCHED SAFETY RECORD The DA40’s industry-leading safety record is the result of Diamond’s commitment to protecting occupants with a vast array of both active and passive safety features. Active safety features include stable handling at low speeds, short take-off and landing distan- ces, superior visibility and state-of-the-art avionics. Passive safety features such as aluminum fuel cells protected by the DA40’s dual carbon fiber spars, help prevent post impact fires, a 26G rated saf- ety cell cockpit and a host of other built in features help keep you safe should the unexpected happen. As a result, the DA40 line tops the general aviation list with both the lowest overall and fatal rates (Source: Aviation Consumer January 2012). GARMIN G1000 NXI AND GFC700 AUTOPILOT Once you fly the Garmin G1000 NXi cockpit and its optionally integ- rated Garmin GFC700 digital autopilot on the DA40 NG, you will not want to fly anything else. The Garmin G1000 NXi glass cockpit is the definite industry standard and equivalent to the avionics used in modern Airliner cockpits, a tremendous benefit for Flight Training Schools as it eases the transition of pilots from trainer aircraft cockpits to the modern airline environment. The Garmin GFC700 digital autopilot is significantly more precise than analogy systems - a pilot’s dream. More integration, more functionality, more precision, better reliability – it all adds up to reduced pilot workload and better safety. PILOT + MAINTENANCE TRAINING DIAMOND SIMULATOR FNPT II GARMIN G1000 NXi COCKPIT AUSTRO ENGINE AE300 JET-A1 PISTON ENGINE MEP: DA42-VI SEP: DA40 NG DA40 XLT SEP: DA20i KATANA DA20 C1 DIAMOND FLIGHT TRAINING LESS FUEL - MORE FLIGHT HOURS Diamond aircraft burn up to 50% less fuel due to aerodynamic efficiency and fuel-saving jet fuel engines. You can benefit from additional cost savings through lower fuel prices for jet fuel. NO. 1 IN SAFETY IN GENERAL AVIATION Safety is critical to any business. Diamond has earned a safety record, backed by real world data, that is second to none. To learn more about our safety obsession visit our website at: www.diamondaircraft.com/about-diamond/why-diamond/safety WE CARE ABOUT THE ENVIRONMENT Diamond and Austro Engine invested a lot of time and money to bring new engines into aviation, which are environmentally acceptable, fuel-saving and exceptionally silent. PROPRIETARY JET FUEL ENGINE No manual mixture control, no magneto ignition, no manual priming, no prop con- trol lever, no hard starting – hot or cold, no manual runup tests, no shock cooling, no cowl flaps, no power calculations based on rpm and manifold pressure. More efficiency in every regard. MODERN AVIONICS Back in 2001, Diamond Aircraft was the first to commit to GARMIN’s - then top secret - fully integrated G1000 glass cockpit. The today’s G1000 NXi, similar to those used in large airliners, offers unparalleled situational awareness and flight monitoring. MODERN AIRFRAME Made out of robust and strong glass and carbon fiber composite material, our saf- ety cell meets high standards that are unique in our industry. Our rugged airframes have an unlimited lifetime and guarantee a high resale price. YOUR PERFECT MARKETING TOOL: 21ST CENTURY APPEAL With Diamond Aircraft you’ll be part of the future. Planes certified according to 21st century aviation standards and not according to the “old days”. SOLE SOURCE PROVIDER Diamond got you covered: From the right aircraft and flight simulators to match any of your missions to the proprietary jet fuel engine it is fitted with, the glass cockpit to pilot training and EASA Part-147 certified maintenance training in their own ATO (Approved Training Organisation). Page 13 EXTERIOR STYLING Choose any striping colour and design you wish or let it fit your company branding. Color combination 3 Color combination 1 Color combination 2 Carmin Red Light Onyx Silver Springtime Green Light Onyx Silver Blue Light Onyx Silver EXTERIOR STYLING: TWISTER EXTERIOR STYLING: WAVE EXTERIOR STYLING: STRIPES CUSTOMIZED EXTERIOR STYLING Diamond Aircraft is able to provide the ideal custom-made solutions for exterior films. Color combination 3 Color combination 1 Color combination 2 Red Gold Silver Anthracite Light Blue Black Color combination 3 Color combination 1 Color combination 2 Opal Red Diamond Springtime Green Diamond Cobalt Blue Diamond HIGH STANDARD / GREY-BROWN Ceiling Carpet Page 15 INTERIOR DESIGN INTERIOR MATERIAL: SEATS Genuine leather INTERIOR MATERIAL: LINING INTERIOR PAINT ▪ Ultra light interior materials ▪ Hand made, high-quality upholstering ▪ Climate-controlled seats ▪ Flame resistant interior materials ▪ Optional: Comfort through stageless adjustable seats Functional leather Make the DA40 360° Tour: http://vrcloud.com/ar1887 SALES UNITS DA40 variants in global operation (Year 2003 - 2024) WORLDWIDE 2,760+ UNITS With more than 2,760 Diamond DA40‘s in worldwide service today, a big number in high utilization commercial operations, the DA40 fleet is proving its durability and safety, day in and day out, every day. North America 1095+ Units Latin America 40+ Units Europe 530+ Units Middle East / Africa 145+ Units CIS States 165+ Units Asia and Pacific 775 Units DA40 RANGE POWER: 45% (white circle on map) Range: 985 nm (1,824 km) Time: 9.8 hrs Speed: 101 kts (187 km/h) Consumption: 4 gal/h (15 l/h) POWER: 92% (light blue circle on map) Range: 724 nm (1,340 km) Time: 4.7 hrs Speed: 154 kts (285 km/h) Consumption: 8.3 gal/h (31.5 l/h) POWER: 45% (yellow circle on map) Range: 939 nm (1,740 km) Time: 8.6 hrs Speed: 109 kts (202 km/h) Consumption: 5.8 gal/h (21.9 l/h) POWER: 75% (orange circle on map) Range: 740 nm (1,370 km) Time: 5.4 hrs Speed: 137 kts (254 km/h) Consumption: 9.2 gal/h (34.8 l/h) The above data are approximately specifications and may change without notice. Range calculation does not consider additional fuel consumption for taxi, take-off, climb, descend or reserve. DA40 NG RANGE DA40 XLT RANGE Page 21 DA40 NG FACTS AND SPECIFICATIONS POWER PLANT Engine Austro Engine AE 300 turbocharged common-rail injected 2.0 liter diesel engine with 168 HP and EECU single lever control system Propeller MT propeller MTV-6-R/190-69 3-blade constant speed propeller Fuel grades Jet A-1, Jet A, TS-1 (Russia, Ukraine), RT (Russia, Ukraine), No. 3 Jet Fuel (China), JP-8 DIMENSIONS / MASS / LOADING Length 8.06 m 26 ft 5 in Height 1.97 m 6 ft 6 in Wingspan 11.63 m 38 ft 2 in Seats 4 4 Empty weight without options 903 kg 1,991 lbs Max. useful load 407 kg 897 lbs Max. take-off mass 1,310 kg 2,888 lbs Fuel capacity total (usable fuel) main tank auxiliary tank 147.6 lt / 118 kg 106 lt / 84 kg 41.6 lt / 34 kg 39 US gal / 260 lbs 28 US gal / 185 lbs 11 US gal / 75 lbs PERFORMANCE (MTOM, ISA) Max. cruise speed (16,000 ft, MCP) 285 km/h TAS 154 kts TAS Cruise speed at 60% (14,000 ft) 230 km/h TAS 124 kts TAS Stall speed, landing configuration 107 km/h CAS 58 kts CAS Max. rate of climb (MSL) 3.3 m/s 651 ft/min Max. range (FL160, 50% PWR) incl. climb, no reserves 1,730 km 934 nm Range at 60% (incl. long range tanks, 14,000 ft) incl. climb, no reserves 1,698 km 917 nm Fuel consumption at 60% 19.3 lt/hr 5.1 US gal/hr Take-off performance (MSL, ground roll / take-off obstacle) 397 m / 590 m 1,302 ft / 1,935 ft Landing performance (MSL, ground roll / landing distance) 318 m / 650 m 1,043 ft / 2,132 ft Max. operating altitude 5,000 m 16,400 ft Max. demonstrated crosswind 46 km/h 25 kts Specifications apply to standard equipped aircraft, if not otherwise stated. The above data are approximately specifications and may change without notice. Page 23 DA40 XLT FACTS AND SPECIFICATIONS POWER PLANT Engine Lycoming IO-360 M1-A AVGAS Piston Engine with 180 HP Propeller Hartzell 2-blade metal constant speed propeller or Hartzell 2 blade composite constant speed propeller or MT 3-blade constant speed propeller Fuel grades AVGAS / 100LL / 100 / 130LL DIMENSIONS / MASS / LOADING Length 8.01 m 26 ft 3 in Height 1.97 m 6 ft 6 in Wingspan 11.94 m 39 ft 2 in Seats 4 4 Empty weight without options 792 kg 1,746 lbs Max. useful load 408 kg 900 lbs Max. take-off mass 1,200 kg 2,646 lbs Fuel capacity total (usable fuel) with long range tanks 189 lt / 136 kg 50 US gal / 301 lbs Specifications apply to standard equipped aircraft, if not otherwise stated. The above data are approximately specifications and may change without notice. PERFORMANCE (MTOM, ISA) Max. cruise speed (MSL, MCP) 263 km/h TAS 142 kts TAS Cruise speed at 75% (6,000 ft) 254 km/h TAS 137 kts TAS Stall speed, landing configuration 96 km/h IAS 52 kts IAS Rate of climb (MSL) 4.0 m/s 780 ft/min Max. range (10,000 ft, 55% PWR, best eco) no climb, no reserves 1,569 km 847 nm Fuel consumption at 65% (6,000 ft) 31 lt/hr 8.2 US gal/hr Take-off performance (MSL, ground roll / take-off obstacle) 305 m / 450 m 1,000 ft / 1,476 ft Landing performance (MSL, ground roll / landing distance) 290 m / 620 m 951 ft / 2,033 ft Max. operating altitude 5,000 m 16,400 ft Max. demonstrated crosswind 37 km/h 20 kts All specifications, weights, representations, colors, equipment, use of materials and model references provided herein are for purely illustrative purposes and legally non-binding, subject to alterations and not warranted or guaranteed to be true or accurate. Actual useful load will vary depending on options installed on the aircraft. 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