DFC will serve as a platform to connect aircraft owners and aviation enthusiasts with the Diamond Aircraft company, an online forum, and to coordinate suppliers, flight schools, dealers, and service providers.
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10 best-selling piston airplanes in 2024
For the 23rd year in a row, Cirrus Aircraft takes the top spot as the best-selling piston airplane.
STC for a new prop for pair of Diamonds approved
MT-Propeller has received an FAA STC for the installation of its two-blade hydraulic constant speed propeller on the Diamond DA20-A1 and Diamond DV20 Katana powered by a Rotax 912 S3 engine.
First flight: Diamond’s electric DA40
The eDA40, which Diamond officials say will be the first EASA/FAA Part 23 certified electric aircraft, is powered by an ENGINeUS electric smart motor by Safran Electrical & Power and charged by Electric Power Systems’ (EPS) battery module equipped with a Direct Current (DC) fast charging system.
Hartzell offers new prop option for Diamond DA40, teams with Wipaire on Caravan prop
Hartzell Propeller has received an STC for a new prop for the Diamond DA40, while it works with Wipaire to get an STC for its Yukon propeller on the Cessna Caravan.
Diamond DA50 RG earns FAA certification
The first U.S. delivery, to Jordan Cram, occurred at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2023.
First flight for Diamond’s aerobatic trainer
The maiden flight lasted 30 minutes and covered all basic maneuvers, including performance and handling checks.
Finally a good reason to go to the mall
Since the end of April 2023, the first DV20 — also known as the DA20 and manufactured at Diamond Aircraft Canada — has been suspended from the ceiling about 16 feet above a premium spot inside the mall, according to company officials.
Diamond’s electric DA40 promises recharge in 20 minutes or less
Diamond officials say the eDA40 will be the first EASA/FAA Part 23 certified electric airplane with Direct Current (DC) fast charging capable of turning around a depleted aircraft in under 20 minutes. Total flight time is expected to be up to 90 minutes as battery technologies evolve, officials added.