Overview
The DA42 Twin Star is a four-seat, twin-engine light aircraft made of composite materials by Diamond in Austria. Its diesel engines burn Jet A-1 kerosene, which is cheaper and easier to find than aviation petrol in many countries.
It is widely used by airline academies to train pilots on multi-engine flying, and surveillance versions carry cameras for police and border patrol. Figures are for the DA42-VI.
Specifications
Dimensions
| Length | 8.56 m |
|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.42 m |
| Height | 2.49 m |
| Wing area | 16.3 m² |
Weights & fuel
| Empty weight | 1,400 kg |
|---|---|
| Max. take-off weight | 1,999 kg |
Performance
| Cruise speed | 330 km/h |
|---|---|
| Range | 1,693 km |
| Service ceiling | 5,486 m |
Crew & capacity
| Crew | 1 |
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| Seats (typical) | 4 |
| Seats (max.) | 4 |
Powerplant
| Engines | 2 |
|---|---|
| Engine model | Austro Engine AE300 (diesel) |
| Power (each) | 123 kW |
Figures are compiled from public sources and may be approximate; they can vary by variant and configuration.
Photos
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