Based on successful fleet experience, the similar 170 hp AE300 Austro engines installed in the DA42 went from 1,000 hours to 1,800 hours in three years. The DA62 represents the ultimate development of Diamond’s piston aircraft line up, incorporating decades of experience in certified composite airplane construction, safety, jet fuel piston powerplants and advanced avionics integration. Sending astronauts to Mars could be the catalyst for a rebirth of an air-minded culture, which could inspire young people come to GA airports to learn to fly. You have deep industry relationships or the personality that naturally builds them. Apparently, it’s so well loved it’s even found its way into reports to NASA's Aviation Safety Reporting System. At its max power top speed of 198 knots, the Diamond burns 18.6 gph and economy cruise at 60% yields 12 gph and a range of over 1,300 miles. We have the data.

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In the 19 years since the Wrights first flew, the design of aircraft was being codified and quantified with precision. The full-scale prototype, which has been spotted over the skies of Southern California since 2017, has completed 31 test flights. When it comes to radio communication between flying objects, the single most important thing a pilot can do is be on the right frequency. Latest. General Aviation News reserves the right to delete snarky, offensive or off-topic comments. He was co-founder of DEA Aviation Ltd which is an AOC operator and has part 145 maintenance of Diamond Aircraft. Best Range (i): 970 NM.

Dual throttles are mounted in the center console and a computer automatically controls engine mixtures and synchs the composite MT constant speed props. The DA62 seats up to 4 passengers plus 1 pilot. Fuelburn: 31.0 GPH Take the time to make an educated decision about all aspects of aircraft ownership. Probable cause: The pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack during takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall. This turned out to be a pleasant surprise. Best Cruise Speed: 192 KIAS.

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Now we need to connect them with products and services. The Diamond DA62 is the only next-generation piston twin. It would take a little longer to get comfortable with the price of the new DA62, which can exceed $1.3 million when equipped with all the desirable options, such as air conditioning, TKS anti-ice, weather radar and built-in oxygen. The DA62 will impress pilots looking for more seats and utility, as well as charter operators and corporate flight departments wanting to complement their larger aircraft with a low cost alternative for shorter trips.