DA 40 Diamond Star (2002)

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This document provides specifications for the Diamond DA40 Diamond Star, a four-seat, single-engine aircraft known for its performance and efficiency. It details the aircraft's engine specifications, fuel capacity, weights and capacities, and performance metrics. The information is intended for pilots, aviation enthusiasts, and maintenance personnel who require precise data for operation and maintenance of the DA40. Key specifications include engine type, fuel requirements, weight limits, and performance characteristics, which are crucial for safe and effective flight operations.

Engine: Lycoming IO-360-M1A, 180 HP, 4 cylinders.
Fuel capacity: 41.2 gallons (51 gallons with long-range tanks).
Max takeoff weight: 2,535 lbs (normal category).
Max operating altitude: 16,400 ft.
Stall speed clean: 52 KIAS; landing configuration: 49 KIAS.

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Type: Specifications
Year: 2002
Pages: 1
File size: 26 KB
Publisher: airmart.com

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Maintenance Manual
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Service Bulletins
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Engine Specifications

The Diamond DA40 is powered by a Lycoming IO-360-M1A engine, featuring four cylinders and a displacement of 361 cubic inches. It produces 180 horsepower and utilizes a fuel-injected system with a constant speed propeller.

Fuel Capacity and Requirements

The aircraft has a fuel capacity of 41.2 gallons, with optional long-range tanks increasing capacity to 51 gallons. It requires a minimum octane fuel of 100LL, and the average fuel burn at 75% power in standard conditions is 10.4 gallons per hour.

Weights and Capacities

In the normal category, the takeoff and landing weight limits are 2,535 lbs and 2,407 lbs respectively, while the utility category limit is 2,161 lbs. The standard empty weight is 1,620 lbs, allowing for a maximum useful load of 915 lbs in the normal category and 541 lbs in the utility category. The baggage capacity is 77 lbs, and the oil capacity is 8 quarts.

Performance Metrics

The DA40 has a maximum operating altitude of 16,400 feet. It features a do not exceed speed of 178 KIAS and a maximum structural cruising speed of 129 KIAS. The stall speed in clean configuration is 52 KIAS, while in landing configuration it is 49 KIAS. The best rate of climb is 1,070 feet per minute, with a wing loading of 17.4 lbs/sq. ft. and power loading of 14.1 lbs/hp.

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DA 40 Diamond Star (2002) Engine: Model Lyc. IO-360-M1A No. Cylinders 4 Displacement 361 cu. in. HP 180 Carbureted Or Fuel Injected Fuel Injected Fixed Pitch/ Constant Speed Propeller Constant Speed Fuel: Fuel Capacity 41.2 gallons Long Range Tanks: 51 gallons Min. Octane Fuel 100LL Avg. Fuel Burn at 75% power in standard conditions per hour 10.4 gallons Weights and Capacities: Takeoff/Landing Weight Normal Category 2,535/2,407 lbs. Takeoff/Landing Weight Utility Category 2,161 lbs. Standard Empty Weight 1,620 lbs. Max. Useful Load Normal Category 915 lbs. Max. Useful Load Utility Category 541 lbs. Baggage Capacity 77 lbs. Oil Capacity 8 quarts Performance: Do Not Exceed Speed 178 KIAS Max. Structural Cruising Speed 129 KIAS Stall Speed Clean 52 KIAS Stall Speed Landing Configuration 49 KIAS Climb Best Rate 1070 FPM Wing Loading 17.4 lbs./sq. ft. Power Loading 14.1 lbs./ hp Max Operating Altitude 16,400 ft.

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