2008 Diamond DA40-TDi Star
FOR SALE

2008 Diamond DA40-TDi Star

Single Engine Piston

$299,000
Location Belgium
Total Time 2,951 hrs
Seats 4
Reg # OO-SKE
Cruise 135 kts (250 km/h)
ICAO Type DA40
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

G1000 COMM1/NAV1/GPS1: Garmin GIA63 COMM2/NAV2/GPS2: Garmin GIA63 DME: Garmin KN63 Autopilot: Honeywell KAP140

Description

Diamond DA40 TDI with G1000 in perfect condition.

IFR/VFR Always hangared

Actually used for flight training in an ATO

Interior

Beige

Exterior

White

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

Price Comparison 1 active offer

Source Price Action
Skywings Flight Training
planecheck.com
$299,000 *
€ 299,000

* 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-TDi Star

This 2008 Diamond DA40-TDi Star (OO-SKE) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 2,951 hours on the airframe. There are currently 2 DA40-TDi Star aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $299,000 to $382,026. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $299,000.

The DA40-TDi Star 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 2,951 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: 2,951 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (2,000 hrs)
Budget $142 for pre-purchase inspection

Diamond DA40-TDi Star — 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 registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).

This aircraft (OO-SKE) is registered outside the US.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Belgium

BE

Seller reported

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 OO-SKE.

Note: NTSB covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers). This aircraft is registered in a non-US country (OO-SKE). Safety records from the national aviation authority may not be included in our database.

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