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. 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
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum speed | 70 kts |
| Landing speed | 85 kts |
| Cruise speed | 176 kts |
| Maximum speed | 197 kts |
Runway requirements
Field lengths used in the simulation for takeoff/landing calculations.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Takeoff field length | 3,123 ft (0.51 nm) |
| Landing field length | 2,400 ft (0.40 nm) |
Equipment
| Capability | Status |
|---|---|
| ILS approaches | Yes |
| Fix navigation | Yes |
| SRS category | 1 |
| LAHSO category | 1 |