Diamond DA-42 Twin Star
Diamond · DA42
Modern twin-engine trainer with diesel engines. Flight schools in Europe and Australia use it for multi-engine training.
A small twin-engine piston. Tops out at FL180, staying below standard jet routes. Cruises at about 176 kts. Is vulnerable to wake turbulence from heavier types.
2x PistonSmallRECAT FFL180 ceilingILS capable
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Engines | 2 x Piston |
| Weight class | Small (S) |
| RECAT-EU category | F (Light) |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 ft (FL180) |
| Max climb rate | 1,550 fpm |
| Max descent rate | 1,550 fpm |
Speed envelope
Speeds are approximate true airspeed (TAS). At cruise altitude, the Mach number is the governing limit where shown.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum speed | 70 kts |
| Landing speed | 85 kts |
| Cruise speed | ~176 kts TAS |
| Maximum speed | ~197 kts TAS |
Runway requirements
Field lengths used in the simulation for takeoff/landing calculations.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Takeoff field length | 3,123 ft / 0.51 nm / 952 m |
| Landing field length | 2,400 ft / 0.40 nm / 732 m |
Equipment
| Capability | Status |
|---|---|
| ILS approaches | Yes |
| Fix navigation | Yes |
| SRS category | 1 |
| LAHSO category | 1 |
Where you'll see it
Light aircraft like the Diamond DA-42 Twin Star appear across all airspaces as general aviation traffic, typically operating VFR at lower altitudes.