2026 Diamond DA40 for sale

2026 Diamond DA40

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$668,000Overpriced
Location Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Total Time 31 hrs
Engine SMOH 29 hrs
Seats 4
Reg # VH-AI5 Australia
Cruise 135 kts (250 km/h)
ICAO Type DA40
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

IFR
Garmin G1000 GMA 1360 GTX 335 GTX 345R Glass Panel GFC 700

Description

2026 Diamond DA 40 NG This is an incredible opportunity to secure a 2025 DA40NG, with current aircraft lead times out to over 18 months. We have this perfect DA40NG equipped with GFC 700 Autopilot and ADS-B IN / OUT. This aircraft has only ever been operated by Utility Air as a demonstrator, never used for training or rental and has always been hangered. This aircraft was delivered in March 25. Max. cruise speed 154kts TAS @ 16,000 ft, MCP Max Range 984 nm @ 45% Power / 4.0 gph (14,000 ft, ISA) Standard Equipment • Integrated Garmin G1000 NXi Glass Panel Cockpit • 2x Garmin GDU 105x 10-Inch Flight Display (PFD and MFD) • Garmin GEA 71B Airframe/Engine Interface Unit • 2x Garmin GIA 64 W COM/NAV/SBAS-GPS/GS/LOC • Garmin GMA 1360 Digital Audio System • Garmin GRS 79 Attitude Heading Reference System • Garmin GDC 72 Digital Air Data Computer • Garmin GMU 44 Magnetometer • Garmin GTX 335 R Remote ADS-B Out Transponder • Garmin FliteCharts Approach Plates (subscription required) • Garmin Flight Stream 510 • ELT 406 MHz • Two USB Charging Ports for Pilot and Co-Pilot • Dual Pin and Bose 6-Pin LEMO Audio Plugs for Pilot and Co-Pilot • Bose 6-Pin LEMO Audio Plugs for Passengers • Beige Perforated Leather Ergonomic Seats for Pilot and Co-pilot • Hydrolok Adjustable Backrest for Pilot and Co-Pilot • 147 Litre long range fuel tank Optional Equipment • Garmin GFC 700 Autopilot • Garmin GTX 345R ADS-B "In"/"Out" Mode S Transponder USD $668,000 plus GST

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Price Comparison 1 active offer

Source Price Action
Utility Air
controller.com
$668,000
Utility Air
controlleremea.co.uk
$680,726 *
GBP £505,562

* 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 2026 Diamond DA40 (VH-AI5) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 31 hours on the airframe. There are currently 95 DA40 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $149,900 to $733,701. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $668,000.

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 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 31 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has 1,969 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: 31 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (2,000 hrs)
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 registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).

This aircraft (VH-AI5) is registered outside the US.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

AU

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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 VH-AI5 against the NTSB accident database.

Price History

2 price events · sources: aviationtrader.com.au

AeroGurus Market Estimate AME

$539,000
Range: $494,450 — $597,870
Confidence: 90%
vs. Market
+24%
Above Market

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