The Diamond DA62 is a five- to seven-seat, twin-engine light aircraft produced by Diamond Aircraft Industries. It moves more passengers and equipment farther and faster than anything else in its class, with exceptional fuel efficiency, luxury and twin-engine security. The fully integrated Garmin G1000 NXi flight deck is complemented by a long list of avionics options to perfectly suit your mission, and the all carbon composite airframe incorporates advanced aerodynamics with the latest safety technology for high performance, efficiency and occupant protection. Powered by two AE330 180 hp Austro Engine Jet A-1 FADEC controlled engines, the DA62 delivers low fuel burn and lower operating costs.
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What is the Diamond DA62?
The Diamond DA62 is a five- to seven-seat, twin-engine light aircraft produced by Diamond Aircraft Industries and first announced in March 2012. Initially designated as the DA52, the first prototype flew on in April 2012. The DA62 sets a benchmark in safety by combining twin engine security with Diamond's renowned composite airframe design, and it creates a "business on board" setting. The DA62 moves more passengers and equipment farther and faster than anything else in its class.
What are the specifications of the Diamond DA62?
The specifications of the Diamond DA62 are given in the table below.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Fuel burn | 11.8 gal/hr |
| Max speed | 192 kts |
| Engine power | 180 hp |
| Seat capacity | 7 |
| Wingspan | 14.55 m (47 ft 9 in) |
| Length | 30 ft 2 in (9.19 m) |
| Height | 9 ft 3 in (2.82 m) |
| Empty weight | 3,505 lbs |
| Max weight | 5,071 lbs |
The Diamond DA62 is a five- to seven-seat twin-engine light aircraft with a wingspan of 14.55 m (47 ft 9 in), a length of 9.19 m (30 ft 2 in), and a height of 2.82 m (9 ft 3 in). The empty weight is 3,505 lb (1,590 kg), and the US version has a maximum takeoff weight of 5,071 lb (2,300 kg) with a useful load of 1,565 lb (710 kg). The European version has an MTOM of 1,999 kg (4,407 lb). The entire airframe is carbon fiber.
Power comes from two Austro Engine AE330 turbocharged 2.0 liter (122 cubic inch) common-rail injected jet fuel engines, each 180 HP (134 kW) with an EECU single lever control system. The propellers are 3-blade constant-speed MT propellers MTV-6-R-C-F/CF 194-80. Fuel grades are Jet A-1, TS-1, and Jet A. Max speed at 14,000 ft (4,267 m) MCP is 192 kts TAS (356 km/h). Cruise speed at 85% power (12,000 ft) is 185 kts TAS, and at 75% power it is 171 kts TAS. Fuel consumption at 60% power (12,000 ft) totals 11.8 US gal/h (44.7 l/h), giving a max range of 1,283 nm (2,376 km) with the auxiliary tanks that are standard in the USA. The rate of climb is 1,029 ft/min (5.2 m/s), and the service ceiling is 20,000 ft (6,096 m). Takeoff distance over a 50-ft (15.2 m) obstacle is 2,897 ft (883 m), and landing distance over 50 ft (15.2 m) is 2,556 ft (779 m).
The DA62 offers twin-engine safety. If one engine fails, the aircraft can still climb slowly at lower altitudes and hold altitude up to around 3,353-3,962 m (11,000-13,000 ft), depending on weight. The single engine service ceiling is 13,000 ft (3,962 m), and the single engine absolute ceiling is 13,500 ft (4,115 m). It can be equipped with a FIKI-certified TKS ice protection system. The cockpit features the Garmin G1000 NXi suite with dual displays, GFC700 autopilot, and ESP envelope protection. The price is about $1.3 million.
What is the performance of the Diamond DA62?
The performance of the Diamond DA62 is given in the table below.
| Aspect | Value |
|---|---|
| Max Speed | 192 kts |
| Normal Cruise | 185 kts |
| Economy Cruise | 171 kts |
| Climb | 1,029 fpm |
| Fuel Burn | 11.8 gph |
| Range | 1,283 nm |
| Ceiling | 20,000 ft |
| Takeoff | 2,897 ft |
| Landing | 2,556 ft |
| Single Engine | 13,000 ft |
The Diamond DA62 has a cruise speed of 333 kilometers per hour (180 knots), fuel burn of 41.6-45.4 liters per hour (11-12 gallons per hour), and the latest Garmin G1000 NXi avionics. At cruise it burns around 41.6-45.4 liters per hour total (11-12 gallons per hour), giving you over 2,222 km of range (1,200 nm). Cruise speed at 85% (12,000 ft) is 185 kts TAS, and at 75% (12,000 ft) it is 171 kts TAS. Fuel consumption at 60% (12,000 ft) in total is 11.8 US gal/h. Maximum range (including auxiliary tank) is 1,283 nm.
What is the price for the Diamond DA62?
The overall purchase price range for the Diamond DA62 is $1,300,000 to $2,000,000 USD. The Diamond DA62’s base price is $1,315,000. Some configurations raise the price to $2,000,000. Accessories cause the variance between the base price and the $2,000,000 configuration. Electronics have the biggest impact on the acquisition price of the DA62. The Diamond DA62’s preowned price is between $1,200,000 and $1,700,000. A preowned DA62 of model year 2016 has a price about $1,080,000. A preowned DA62 of model year 2022 has a higher price with fewer flight hours.
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Jim Goodrich
Jim Goodrich is a pilot, aviation expert and founder of Tsunami Air.
