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Diamond DA20

Diamond Aircraft

DA20-C1 / DA20i: Proven performance and reliability.

Sporty, sleek, and exciting yet surprisingly affordable — the two-seat DA20 excels in performance, endurance, and economy, trusted by private pilots and flight schools for decades.

Seats
2
Max cruise
122 KTAS
MTOW
1,764 lb
Powerplant
Continental IO-240 (C1) or Rotax 912 iSc3 (DA20i)

DA20-C1 / DA20i Gallery

Designed for Pilot's Satisfaction

Graceful lines and sporty looks, with a fighter-like canopy offering easy access to the cockpit. Responsive center-stick pushrod controls and comfortable bucket seats mean the DA20 puts a smile on any pilot's face — inside and out.

DA20-C1 / DA20i cabin interior

Engineered to Protect. Designed to Impress.

Whether you're a pilot holding a Night VFR rating or working toward one, the DA20 is built for the moment things go from routine to demanding. Structural and system redundancies, forgiving handling, and a proven track record combine for one of the best safety records in its class — the aircraft is even FAA/TCCA certified for spin training, a rare distinction for a primary trainer.

Relaunched in 2020 with state-of-the-art Garmin avionics, the DA20 pairs that safety pedigree with modern situational awareness. Choose the fuel-injected 125 hp Continental IO-240 in the DA20-C1 for AVGAS simplicity, or the Rotax 912 iSc3 in the DA20i for a lighter, more fuel-efficient option.

DA20-C1 / DA20i engineering and cabin detail
DA20-C1 / DA20i engineering and cabin detail
DA20-C1 / DA20i engineering and cabin detail
DA20-C1 / DA20i engineering and cabin detail

Technical Specifications

DA20-C1

  • Engine

    125 hp Continental Motors IO-240-B32B

  • Fuel grades

    AVGAS 100LL

  • Max. cruise speed

    130 kts TAS (240 km/h TAS)

  • Range at 55% (8,000 ft)

    525 nm (973 km)

  • Fuel consumption at 55% (8,000 ft)

    5.3 US gal/h (20 l/h)

  • Max. operating altitude

    13,100 ft (4,000 m)

  • Seats

    2

  • Useful load

    584 lbs (265 kg)

  • Max. take off mass

    1,764 lbs (800 kg)

Interested in the Diamond DA20?

Talk to a Premier Aircraft sales specialist about a new DA20-C1 / DA20i or pre-owned options.