2026 Diamond DA40
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRDescription
Extremely Rare Opportunity to acquire one of the worlds best flight trainers with very little lead time! We have MULTIPLE BRAND NEW Diamond DA40 XLT's available! This is the best aircraft you can get that will mix advanced avionics in with learning the fundamentals of general aviation flying as well! The 180 Horsepower Diamond DA40 XLT is one of the most sought after flight trainers in the world and dont miss your opportunity to find out why!!
Engine
Lycoming IO-360-M1A Engine with 180HP
Propeller
Hartzell 2-Blade Aluminum Constant Speed Propellor MT MTV-12-B-3 Blade Composite Constant Speed Propeller With Scimitar Blades and Chrome Spinner (OPTION) Hartzell HC-C2YR-1N 2-Blade Composite Constant Speed Propeller (OPTION)
Interior
Ergonomic seats and back rest perfect for those long training days! Equipped with adjustable lumbar support and adjustable foot pedals but the seats are also connected to the airframe for maximum safety as well!
Exterior
A high gloss multilayer white paint with a variety of exterior striping options with LED Landing, taxi and position lights!
Modifications / STCs
• Lycoming IO-360-M1A Engine with 180HP
• Hartzell 2-Blade Aluminum Constant Speed Propellor
• Powerflow Tuned Exhaust System
• 40.2 US Gallon standard fuel tank
• Garmin GDC 72 Digital Air Data Computer
• Garmin Flight Stream 510
• Garmin GRS 79 Attitude Heading Reference System
• 406 MHz ELT
• Composite Cabin and Safety Seats
• Lightning Protection System
• 3-Point Safety Belts
• Fabric Ergonomic Seats and Backrest
• Baggage Compartment with Separate Compartment
• Instrument Lighting
• Overhead Cabin Light
• Cargo Net w/ Quick Release
• Dual Pin and Bose 6-Pin LEMO Audio Plugs for Pilot/Copilot
• Two USB Charging Ports
• Heated Pitot Tube
• LED Landing and Taxi Lights
• LED Position and Strobe Lights
• Honeywell KN63 Remote DME (OPTION)
• Becker 3500 Remote ADF (OPTION)
• Garmin 345R ADS-B In/Out Transponder (OPTION)
• Garmin Synthetic Vision Technology (OPTION)
• Garmin GDL 69A SXM Satelite Datalink Receiver (OPTION)
• Digital Standby Altitude Module CMD-302 SAM (OPTION)
• Jeppesen Chartview Approach Plates (OPTION)
• Diamond Airframe and Engine Program by Piston Power (OPTION)
• Seamech Air Conditioning (OPTION)
• Premium Leather Interior (OPTION)
• Double Bubble Canopy (OPTION)
• TANIS Engine Pre-Heating System (OPTION)
• Electronically Adjustable Rudder Pedals for Pilot/CoPilot (OPTION)
• Built in Tablet Provisions (OPTION)
• AMSAFE Front and Rear Inflatable restraints (OPTION)
• Removable Sheepskin Seat Cushions (OPTION)
• Merino Wool Seat Covers (OPTION)
• Extended Range Fuel Tanks (OPTION)
• Rosen Sun Visor System (OPTION)
• Custom Exterior Striping (OPTION)
• Canopy and Nose Cover (OPTION)
• Maintenance Training (OPTION)
• MT MTV-12-B-3 Blade Composite Constant Speed Propeller With Scimitar Blades and Chrome Spinner (OPTION)
• Hartzell HC-C2YR-1N 2-Blade Composite Constant Speed Propeller (OPTION)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Steel Aviation
trade-a-plane.com
|
$580,000
|
Phillipsburg, OH | Mar 20, 2026 | — | Active | |
|
Steel Aviation
controller.com
|
$580,000
|
Dayton/Phillipsburg, OH | Mar 25, 2026 | — | Active |
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About This Diamond DA40
This 2026 Diamond DA40 is a 4-seat single engine piston . There are currently 81 DA40 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $149,900 to $733,316. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $580,000.
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.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Diamond DA40 — Model Specs
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Ownership & Registration
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Location & Ownership
Title Status
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