The Diamond DA42 Twin Star is a four seat, twin engine, propeller-driven airplane developed and manufactured in Austria and Canada by Diamond Aircraft Industries, an Austrian subsidiary of China-based Wanfeng Aviation. [3]

The DA42 offers the ultimate in handling, stability and control, ease of operation and structural, system and propulsion redundancies, all coupled with a high degree of crashworthiness. Learn more about our Safety Concept

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Feb 19, 2025 · Shortly after the plane's release in 2004, the DA42 became the first diesel-powered fixed-wing aircraft to perform a non-stop crossing of the North Atlantic, proving that it was capable of more than just short hops. It also was the first aircraft to be publicly flown on algae-derived jet fuel.

The DA42 Twinstar is an all-carbon composite, four-seat airplane developed by Diamond Aircraft Industries. It is Diamond's first twin-engine aircraft, and in 2004, it became the first diesel-powered fixed-wing aircraft to perform a non-stop crossing of the North Atlantic.

The Diamond DA42 is more than just an aircraft—it’s a shining example of modern aviation excellence and engineering innovation. Designed to exceed expectations, it caters to diverse needs with unparalleled versatility.

The DA42 Twin Star is a revolutionary airplane that has arrived on the market at the right time. Fuel costs are up and the DA42's diesel engines are very fuel efficient. The future of leaded avgas is uncertain; the DA42 burns Jet A, which is plentiful around the world.

Jun 22, 2010 · The DA42 was obviously designed for both flight training and the owner-flown market. With the large, two-screen Garmin G1000 gracing the panel, businesslike, center-stick roll and pitch controls (rather than side sticks) and single-lever power controls that combine throttle, propeller and mixture management, the DA42-NG easily side-steps any ...

Dec 21, 2007 · The Diamond DA42, also know as the Twin Star, is arguably the most advanced light twin on the market today. Since its introduction to the United States in 2004 it has been gaining a foothold in flight schools around the country.

The DA42 is an excellent platform for training. With its unique combination of performance and utility, the jet fuel powered aircraft is designed to make transitioning from a single engine to a twin so much easier.