2005 Diamond DA40 for sale

2005 Diamond DA40

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$235,000below typical asking range
Location Fort Worth, TX
Total Time 2,290 hrs
Engine SMOH 2,290 hrs
Seats 4
Serial # 40551
Reg # N125HL
Cruise 135 kts (250 km/h)
ICAO Type DA40
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

Avionics: GDU1040 10-Inch Primary Flight Display GDU1040

10-Inch Multi-Function Display Garmin Integrated VFR Terrain Awareness System GEA71 Airframe/Engine Interface Unit Dual Garmin GIA 63 COM/NAV/GPS GMA1347 Digital Audio System GTX345R ADS-B In and Out Transponder VFR Terrain Awareness System GRS77 Solid-State Attitude Heading Reference System GDC74 Digital Air Data Computer GMU44 Magnetometer Standby Instruments (compass

horizon air speed indicator speed indicator

altimeter) GARMIN GDL69A – Satellite weather and XM Radio (subscription required) ELT ARTEX 406 MHz Honeywell KAP140 Dual Axis Autopilot with altitude hold and preselect Additional Equipment: Long Range Fuel Tanks (50 US gallons) Composite cabin and safety seats (up to 26G) Lightning protection system Fire extinguisher Failsafe airframe design Three-point safety belts automatic (all seats) High-intensity discharge landing and taxi lights Performance landing gear 4-way Baggage Compartment

Description

Avionics / Equipment Avionics: GDU1040, 10-Inch Primary Flight Display GDU1040, 10-Inch Multi-Function Display Garmin Integrated VFR Terrain Awareness System GEA71 Airframe/Engine Interface Unit Dual Garmin GIA 63 COM/NAV/GPS GMA1347 Digital Audio System GTX345R ADS-B In and Out Transponder VFR Terrain Awareness System GRS77 Solid-State Attitude Heading Reference System GDC74 Digital Air Data Computer GMU44 Magnetometer Standby Instruments (compass, horizon, air speed indicator, speed indicator, altimeter) GARMIN GDL69A – Satellite weather and XM Radio (subscription required) ELT ARTEX 406 MHz Honeywell KAP140 Dual Axis Autopilot with altitude hold and preselect Additional Equipment: Long Range Fuel Tanks (50 US gallons) Composite cabin and safety seats (up to 26G) Lightning protection system Fire extinguisher Failsafe airframe design Three-point safety belts automatic (all seats) High-intensity discharge landing and taxi lights Performance landing gear 4-way Baggage Compartment

Engine

LYCOMING IO-360 Time: 2290 TBO: 2000

Interior

Tan leather interior

Exterior

White with chameleon paint stripes

Inspection

Annual due: August, 2025 Useful load: 919 pounds No damage history

Modifications / STCs

Long Range Fuel Tanks (50 US gallons)

Composite cabin and safety seats (up to 26G)

Lightning protection system

Fire extinguisher

Failsafe airframe design

Three-point safety belts automatic (all seats)

High-intensity discharge landing and taxi lights

Performance landing gear

4-way Baggage Compartment

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

Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces

Source Price Action
Premier Aircraft Sales
globalair.com
$235,000
Premier Aircraft Sales
trade-a-plane.com
$235,000
Listing Source
aso.com
$235,000
Premier Aircraft Sales
aircraftdealer.com
$235,000
Tan Leather Interior
globalplanesearch.com
$235,000
Premier Aircraft Sales
controller.com
$235,000
Premier Aircraft Sales
controlleremea.co.uk
$239,955 *
GBP £177,603
Premier Aircraft Sales
aviationtrader.com.au
$242,771

* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

About This Diamond DA40

This 2005 Diamond DA40 (N125HL) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 2,290 hours on the airframe. There are currently 88 DA40 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $171 to $722,419. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $235,000.

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 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $59/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 2,290 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: 2,290 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (2,000 hrs)
Compare prices across multiple sources — same aircraft, different marketplaces
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 N125HL.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Fort Worth, TX

Seller reported 1032 more aircraft in Texas →

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

No incidents found

NTSB database checked for N125HL.

Price History

4 price events · sources: controller.com, aso.com, controlleremea.co.uk, globalair.com

Price vs Typical Asking Range

This asking price is below the typical asking range for this model, roughly $225,987–$297,500.

Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.

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