2006 Diamond DA42 for sale

2006 Diamond DA42

Multi Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$625,000within typical asking range
Location Morrisville, NC
Total Time 1,718 hrs
Engine SMOH 960 hrs
Seats 4
Serial # 42.AC022
Reg # N236TS
Cruise 170 kts (315 km/h)
ICAO Type DA42
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

IFR

Garmin G1000 Integrated Flight Deck WAAS Enabled Synthetic Vision Technology (SVT) Garmin GFC 700 Autopilot Flight Director Yaw Damper Active Traffic System ADS-B In & Out XM Satellite Weather

Description

Rare opportunity to acquire a one-owner-since-new Diamond DA42 NG that has been meticulously maintained and always hangered. This aircraft features the Garmin G1000 suite with GFC 700 autopilot and yaw damper, WAAS and Synthetic Vision capability, TKS ice protection, ADS-B In & Out, and XM Satellite weather. NG conversion completed in 2012 with a fresh December 2025 annual.

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On our website at lifestyleaviation dot com slash aircraft-for-sale you’ll find every photo in high resolution, full downloadable logbooks, dates of the last annual and inspections, useful load data, full equipment lists, and available financing programs.

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Engine

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Propeller

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Interior

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Exterior

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Inspection

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Modifications / STCs

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Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces

Source Price Action
Aerista
aerista.com
$624,900
Aerista
globalair.com
$629,900
LifeStyle Aviation
trade-a-plane.com
$625,000
Listing Source
aso.com
$624,900
LifeStyle Aviation
aviapages.com
$625,000
Original Paint
globalplanesearch.com
$624,900
LifeStyle Aviation
controller.com
$625,000
LifeStyle Aviation
controlleremea.co.uk
$638,177 *
GBP £472,347
Aerista
aircraftforsale.com
$624,900

* 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 DA42

This 2006 Diamond DA42 (N236TS) is a 4-seat multi engine piston with 1,718 hours on the airframe. There are currently 46 DA42 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $510,000 to $1,150,743. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $625,000.

The DA42 cruises at 170 kts (315 km/h) with a range of 1,050 nm (1,945 km) — suitable for regional and medium-distance travel. Service ceiling of 18,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 12 GPH (45 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $66/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $150/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $20,000. With 1,718 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has 82 hours remaining to engine TBO .

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

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 1,718 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (1,800 hrs)
Compare prices across multiple sources — same aircraft, different marketplaces
Budget $180 for pre-purchase inspection

Diamond DA42 — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
4
Cruise Speed
170 kts (315 km/h)
Max Speed
188 kts (348 km/h)
Range
1,050 nm (1,945 km)
Ceiling
18,000 ft (5,486 m)
Max Weight
3,935 lbs (1,785 kg)
Useful Load
940 lbs (426 kg)
Horsepower
168 HP
Fuel Capacity
50 gal (189 L)
Fuel Burn
12 GPH (45 L/h)
Engines
2
TBO
1,800 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

DIAMOND DA42

Fuel Burn
12.0 GPH
~$78/hr
Variable Cost
$150/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$20,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$28,000
every 1,800 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the DIAMOND DA42. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N236TS.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Morrisville, NC

Seller reported 374 more aircraft in North Carolina →

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 N236TS against the NTSB accident database.

Price History

6 price events · sources: trade-a-plane.com, controlleremea.co.uk, aircraftforsale.com, globalair.com, globalplanesearch.com, controller.com

Price vs Typical Asking Range

This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $613,168–$695,975.

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

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