The Diamond DA20
A modern 2-seat aircraft built for efficiency, safety, and travel
The Diamond DA20
A modern 2-seat aircraft built for efficiency, safety, and travel
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Why Pilots Love the DA20
The Diamond DA20 brings jet-like handling to the world of light sport and training aircraft. Nimble and responsive, the DA20 delivers a hands-on flying experience that’s both intuitive and fun—perfect for student pilots and weekend flyers alike. Its sleek carbon composite design, efficient Continental engine, and Garmin G500 avionics suite offer a modern cockpit and low operating costs, all while cruising at over 130 knots.
With its fighter-like visibility, forgiving flight characteristics, and a reputation for reliability, the DA20 is an ideal platform for learning the fundamentals or just enjoying pure, uncomplicated flight.
Diamond DA20 Specs
Performance numbers and key features that set the DA20 apart from other two-seat aircraft.
3.2 gal/hr fuel burn
Consumption at 60% (44.7 I/h)
125hp Continental Motors IO-240-B32B engine
130 kts max speed
(14,000 ft, MCP)
45 kts stall speed, landing configuration
13,123 ft service ceiling
Max operating altitude
667 ft/min max rate of climb (MSL)
525 nm max range
Includes auxiliary tanks which are standard in the USA
3.2 US gal/hr fuel consumption at max range
2 seat capacity
The sporty cockpit is one of the most comfortable and intuitive in its class thanks to ergonomically designed seats
584 lbs useful load
Daypacks, fly rods, camera gear, a tent, compact skis, and plenty more
Diamond DA20 Specs
Performance numbers and key features that set the DA20 apart from other two-seat aircraft.
3.2 gal/hr fuel burn
Consumption at 60% (44.7 I/h)
125hp Continental Motors IO-240-B32B engine
130 kts max speed
(14,000 ft, MCP)
45 kts stall speed, landing configuration
13,123 ft service ceiling
Max operating altitude
667 ft/min max rate of climb (MSL)
525 nm max range
Includes auxiliary tanks which are standard in the USA
3.2 US gal/hr fuel consumption at max range
2 Seat capacity
The sporty cockpit is one of the most comfortable and intuitive in its class thanks to ergonomically designed seats
584 lbs useful load
Daypacks, fly rods, camera gear, a tent, compact skis, and plenty more
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Design and Comfort
The DA20 comes standard with durable, easy-to-maintain interior materials.
For added comfort and style, available features include upgraded upholstery options, adjustable pilot seats, improved lumbar support, and convenient cabin amenities designed to enhance every flight experience.
Night VFR Certified
Fly by night and enjoy the skyline. The DA20 is EASA certified for Night VFR (Night Visual Flight Rules). Whether you are a pilot holding a Night VFR license or want to obtain it, keep an eye out for this aircraft. The DA20 is the ideal trainer from first flight through night VFR.
Propulsion and Avionics
The DA20's instrumentation and standard Garmin G500 avionics are designed for safety, a positive learning transfer, reliability and value. The DA20 is available in two engine variants. Choose between a Bombardier Rotax 912 iS3c Sport with 100 HP (DA20i Katana) and a fuel injected 125 hp Continental Motors IO-240 (DA20-C1 airplane).
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Frequently Asked Questions
The DA20 has a useful load of approximately 584 lbs, balancing pilot, passenger, fuel, and baggage capacity.
The DA20 is a two-seater, designed primarily for training and sport flying with pilot and one passenger.
It’s powered by a Continental IO-240 piston engine producing 125 horsepower, optimized for efficiency and reliability.
The DA20 cruises around 115 to 125 knots in economy settings, with max cruise speeds close to 130 knots.
Standard avionics usually include a Garmin G500 glass cockpit system, offering essential flight instruments and navigation tools.
The DA20 burns roughly 4.5 to 5.5 gallons per hour, making it economical for training and recreational flying.
With full fuel, the DA20 can fly approximately 500 nautical miles under typical conditions.
Yes, the DA20 has a small baggage compartment behind the seats, rated for about 44 lbs of baggage.
The DA20 is ideal for primary flight training, focusing on basic handling, navigation, and flight fundamentals.
It offers nimble, responsive handling with predictable controls, making it popular among students and sport pilots.
The DA20 includes features like a robust composite airframe, energy-absorbing landing gear, and good visibility for situational awareness.
Routine maintenance follows standard piston aircraft schedules, with easy access to parts and relatively low operating costs.
Routine maintenance follows standard piston aircraft schedules, with easy access to parts and relatively low operating costs.
Routine maintenance follows standard piston aircraft schedules, with easy access to parts and relatively low operating costs.
Powerplant
| DA20i Katana |
DA20 C1 |
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|---|---|---|
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Engine |
(BRP-Powertrain) Rotax 912 iSc3 Sport with 100 HP |
125hp Continental Motors IO-240-B32B engine |
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Propeller |
MT propeller MTV-21-A/175-05, 2-blade constant speed propeller |
Sensenich 2 blade fixed pitch propeller |
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Fuel grades |
AVGAS 100LL, Mogas, Super EN 228 |
AVGAS 100LL |
Performance (max. mass)
| DA20i Katana |
DA20 C1 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Max. cruise speed |
226 km/h TAS | 122 kts TAS | 240 km/h TAS |
130 kts TAS |
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Stall speed, landing configuration |
83 km/h CAS | 45 kts CAS | 83 km/h CAS | 45 kts CAS |
|
Rate of climb (ISA SL) |
3.4 m/s1 | 667 ft/min1 | 4.2 m/s |
830 ft/min |
|
Max. Range (8,000 ft, LRC PWR, no reserve) |
1,302 km | 703 nm | 973 km |
525 nm |
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Fuel consumption |
11.1 l/h (@55%) |
2.9 US gal/h (@55%) |
5.3 US gal/h (@55%) |
|
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Take-off ground roll (MSL, 50 ft) |
254 m / 500 m |
833 ft / 1,640 ft | 383 m / 500 m |
1,256 ft / 1,640 ft |
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Landing ground roll (MSL, 50 ft) |
204 m / 507 m | 669 ft / 1,663 ft | 201 m / 415 m |
661 ft/ 1,360 ft |
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Max. operating altitude |
4,000 m | 13,100 ft | 4,000 m |
13,100 ft |
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Max. demonstrated crosswind |
37 km/h |
20 kts |
37 km/h |
20 kts |
Dimensions
DA20i Katana
DA20 C1
Mass and Loading
| DA20i Katana | DA20 C1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Seats |
2 | 2 | ||
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Empty weight |
525 kg | 1,158 lbs | 535 kg |
1,180 lbs |
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Useful load |
275 kg | 606 lbs | 265 kg |
584 lbs |
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Max. take off mass |
800 kg | 2,764 lbs | 800 kg |
1,764 lbs |
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Useable fuel |
84 l / 60.5 kg | 22.2 US gal / 133.4 lbs | 91 l / 65.5 kg |
24 US gal / 144.4 lbs |
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