2008 Diamond DA42
Multi Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
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IFRDescription
This DA42 NG has undergone a comprehensive refurbishment and is presented as a turnkey aircraft with no known discrepancies. Equipped with AE300 E4 engines (both under 200 hours since new) and the MSB-E4-043 piston replacement already completed, eliminating future downtime and long lead times associated with this service bulletin. Refurbishment was completed at a Diamond Authorized Service Center. The aircraft was taken down to its core and comprehensively inspected and rebuilt before reassembly. Work includes full exterior strip and repaint, new decals, complete interior disassembly with structural refinishing, and a new leather interior. Airframe is corrosion-free with fresh bonding and static checks completed. Recent maintenance includes 2,000-hour MSI, 1,000-hour inspection, and annual. Avionics include Garmin G1000 WAAS, GFC 700 autopilot, ADS-B compliance, and extended-range fuel tanks. Owner sale by K2 Aviation (not brokered). Aircraft located at a Diamond Authorized Service Center in North Carolina. Pre-buy inspections welcomed on site. Warranty applies to refurbishment workmanship, Diamond parts, and paint. All specifications subject to verification.
Interior
Brand new interior.
Exterior
Brand new full interior and exterior paint job.
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
K2 Aviation
controller.com
|
$679,000
|
Greenwood Village, CO | Mar 25, 2026 | — | Active | |
|
K2 Aviation
controlleremea.co.uk
|
$690,954 *
GBP £513,158
|
Greenwood Village, CO | Apr 08, 2026 | — | Active | |
|
K2 Aviation
aviationtrader.com.au
|
$699,937
|
Greenwood Village, Colorado, Australia | Apr 06, 2026 | — | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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About This Diamond DA42
This 2008 Diamond DA42 (N729PA) is a 4-seat multi engine piston with 8,350 hours on the airframe. There are currently 48 DA42 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $489,134 to $1,162,757. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $679,000.
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 8,350 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (1,800 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Diamond DA42 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N729PA.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
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Safety Record
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