2005 Diamond DA40 Star - With Synthetic Vison
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
A two-owner aircraft privately owned for the last 10 years, this beautifully presented 2005 Diamond DA40 Star has been hangared its entire life and presents as an incredibly low-time example in outstanding condition.
Equipped with the full Garmin G1000 WX 500 Storm-Scope glass Garmin SVT and a KAP 140 2-axis autopilot, it is a genuine pleasure to fly.
Whether you are looking for an exceptional private aircraft or a capable trainer, this DA40 represents outstanding value at Gold Coast Airport. Contact us for more details. Avionics — Garmin G1000 Glass Cockpit including:
GDU1040 10-inch Primary Flight Display
GDU1040 10-inch Multi Function Display
GDC74 — RVSM-compatible TAS, CAS, Wind Direction, VSI and TAT display
GRS77 Solid-State Attitude and Heading Reference System
2x Garmin GIA63 — IFR GPS, VHF Navigation and ILS (WAAS upgrade available)
Garmin GTX345R ADS-B In/Out Transponder
GEA71 Airframe/Engine Interface Unit
GMU44 Magnetometer
Garmin Integrated SVT Terrain Awareness — worldwide terrain and obstacle database
Integrally lit, laser etched polycarbonate switch panel overlays
Standby instrumentation — Electric AI, Airspeed, Altimeter, Magnetic Direction Indicator
WX500 Stormscope
KAP 140 2-Axis Autopilot with Altitude Hold and Preselect Grey Leather Seats — Pilot and Co-Pilot
Diamond Aircraft Embroidered Headrests
Dark Grey Carpeting
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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Listing Source
planesales.com.au
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$295,000
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Queensland, Australia | Jul 02, 2026 | 17 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Diamond DA40 Star - With Synthetic Vison
This 2005 Diamond DA40 Star - With Synthetic Vison (VH-ZSI) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 1,342 hours on the airframe. This aircraft is listed at the market average at $295,000.
The DA40 Star - With Synthetic Vison 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 1,342 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has 658 hours remaining to engine TBO .
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Diamond DA40 Star - With Synthetic Vison — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).
This aircraft (VH-ZSI) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
Queensland, Australia
AU
Seller reportedTitle 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
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