2003 Diamond DA40 for sale

2003 Diamond DA40

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$189,900Good Deal
Location Camarillo, CA
Total Time 3,165 hrs
Engine SMOH 15 hrs
Seats 4
Serial # 40.269
Reg # N269DS
Cruise 135 kts (250 km/h)
ICAO Type DA40
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

BTH

Garmin 530 GPS/Nav/Com Garmin 430 GPS/Nav/Com Bendix KAP 140 Autopilot Garmin GTX 327 Transponder Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel Davtron Chronometer Electric Yoke Trim

Description

2003 Diamond DA40 with a freshly overhauled engine. A sleek, efficient, and highly capable four-seat aircraft perfect for personal travel or training. Powered by the reliable Lycoming IO-360, this DA40 delivers excellent performance with outstanding fuel efficiency and modern handling. With its composite airframe, spacious canopy, and excellent visibility, it offers both comfort and safety. A proven cross-country performer, this DA40 is ready to take you on your next adventure in style.

Engine

Lycoming IO-360-M1A 15 SMOH Overhaul Performed June 2025 at 3152 Total Time

Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.

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Jingchao Sun
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$189,900

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

About This Diamond DA40

This 2003 Diamond DA40 (N269DS) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 3,165 hours on the airframe. There are currently 95 DA40 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $149,900 to $733,701. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $189,900.

The DA40 cruises at 135 kts (250 km/h) with a range of 635 nm (1,176 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 16,400 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 9.5 GPH (36 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $52/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $120/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $16,000. With 3,165 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (2,000 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.

NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 3,165 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (2,000 hrs)
Budget $142 for pre-purchase inspection

Diamond DA40 — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
4
Cruise Speed
135 kts (250 km/h)
Max Speed
147 kts (272 km/h)
Range
635 nm (1,176 km)
Ceiling
16,400 ft (4,999 m)
Max Weight
2,535 lbs (1,150 kg)
Useful Load
780 lbs (354 kg)
Horsepower
180 HP
Fuel Capacity
40 gal (151 L)
Fuel Burn
9.5 GPH (36 L/h)
TBO
2,000 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

DIAMOND DA40

Fuel Burn
9.5 GPH
~$62/hr
Variable Cost
$120/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$16,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$25,000
every 2,000 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the DIAMOND DA40. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N269DS.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Camarillo, CA

Seller reported 744 more aircraft in CA →

Title Status

No FAA title records

Available for US-registered aircraft only

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.

Safety Record

NTSB safety data coming soon.

We'll check N269DS against the NTSB accident database.

AeroGurus Market Estimate AME

$259,450
Range: $197,400 — $305,000
Confidence: 70%
vs. Market
-27%
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