The DA20 (all models) and specific models of the DA40-180 certified for MTOW of 1150 kg (2,535 lbs.) can be flown by pilots using Sport Pilot privileges under the new MOSAIC rules, beginning October 22, 2025.
The following presentation provides an overview of the Austro Engine ECU and the key things owners and pilots should know about the FADEC system that manages the engine.
Airventure 2025 activities for Diamond owners and pilots included an updated Diamond exhibit, collaborative meetings with Diamond & Austro executives, and a big party to welcome the Diamond Flying Club.
The Garmin G1000 is the heart of most Diamond Aircraft, particularly if you are flying IFR. The NXi version of the G1000 is even more sophisticated with additional features. In many respects it is overwhelming and rivals (and, in some respects, exceeds) the capabilities found on modern airline transport and business jet aircraft.
To fully understand the capabilities of this avionics package while safely on the ground and not burning fuel, a desktop simulator complete with replica displays and controls is a helpful training aid. With the computing power available today, their graphic cards, both off-the-shelf and unique software, and a G1000 hardware replica, a powerful training aid can be created to learn and practice the features of the G1000 and the NXi version.
During AirVenture 2025, Diamond Pilots Association President Ed McDonald and Vice-President Paul Koch met with General Manager of Austro Engine GmbH Jürgen Schwarz, Head of Supply Chain and Customer Support (Canada) Ray Kolyn, and Head of Technical Support (Austria) Stefan Pölzlbauer to discuss these problems and what Diamond and Austro have done to address them
Trevor Moody, CFI We had our 4th annual PNW DPA gathering on Saturday, June 14 at Scappoose Airport (KSPB) near Portland OR. Twelve Diamond aircraft including DA40s,
By Ed McDonald, ATPL The following presentation was given by DPA President Ed McDonald at Diamond Canada HQ during 2024 DiamondFest You are unauthorized to
Installing and Using Starlink Mini in a Diamond Aircraft: A Guide for General Aviation Pilots Introduction The Starlink Mini, SpaceX’s compact satellite internet terminal, is
In-Flight Testing of Garmin’s New SmartCharts in a Diamond DA42 IV Garmin recently announced its new SmartCharts for use with the Garmin Pilot app. This
Driving across open Ohio farmland, passing an Amish carriage, one would never guess you’d soon be in a state-of-the-art factory building some of the most