Diamond DA40 NG, in brief
The Diamond DA40 NG pairs the popular DA40 composite airframe with an Austro AE300 diesel engine burning Jet-A, offering fuel efficiency and simplified operations abroad where avgas can be scarce or expensive.
Specifications
| Manufacturer | Diamond Aircraft |
| Model | DA40 NG |
| Production | 2012-present |
| Engine | 1x Austro AE300, 168 hp (Jet-A diesel) |
| Avionics | Garmin G1000 NXi |
| Seats | Up to 4 |
| Max cruise speed | ~148 kts |
| Max range | ~840 nm |
Financing a Diamond DA40 NG
New DA40 NG aircraft list around $500K-$550K; pre-owned examples trade from roughly $250K to $450K depending on year. FLYING Finance offers terms to 20 years with 10%-20% down typical, plus fleet financing for flight schools.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Diamond DA40 NG cost?
New DA40 NG aircraft list around $500K-$550K; pre-owned examples trade from roughly $250K to $450K depending on year.
Why does the DA40 NG use diesel fuel?
The Austro AE300 diesel engine burns Jet-A, which is more widely available internationally and often cheaper than avgas.
Ready to look at financing for a Diamond DA40 NG? See the full Piston Aircraft Financing overview or run the numbers with our aircraft finance calculator.
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