Diamond Aircraft has announced EASA (European Union Aviation Safety Agency) certification for its new DA50 RG single engine piston aircraft with retractable gear. First EASA customer deliveries are expected in Q1/2021. FAA certification is the US is targeted for the end of 2021.
“We are extremely proud to have received EASA type certification for our single engine flagship, the DA50 RG,” said Liqun (Frank) Zhang, CEO at Diamond Aircraft Austria.
“With the DA50 RG we are introducing an innovative 21st-century retract single that we are convinced the market is missing.
“Bringing the aircraft to the market is a great accomplishment that we are very pleased to celebrate with our Diamond Aircraft Family and the aviation community all over the world.
“We are simply overwhelmed by the huge interest, the number of inquiries and feedback we have been receiving for this game changer since the launch in June. We are looking forward to welcoming many proud DA50 RG pilots over the coming months and years.”
The DA50 RG is powered by the EASA certified twin-turbo-charged, liquid-cooled 6-cylinder 300 hp Continental CD-300 with Common Rail Direct Injection, offering a dual redundant FADEC (full authority digital engine control) system, integrated gearbox and propeller governor.
The pilot benefits from eased engine operations, unique high-altitude performance, globally available jet fuel and remarkably low fuel consumption of just 9 US gal/hr (34.1 lt/hr) at maximum range.
The all carbon composite airframe of the DA50 RG incorporates advanced aerodynamics with the latest in passive safety technology for high performance, great efficiency and superior occupant protection. On top it is durable, easily maintained and will keep looking great for many years to come.
The roomy luxury limousine like interior features generous ergonomic genuine leather seats, a 60/40 split folding three seat second row bench, premium materials in several styles and colors, middle armrest, overhead LED interior lighting and many optional features.
The DA50 RG features the latest development of Garmin on the G1000 sector, the Garmin G1000 NXi with standard 3-axis GFC700 autopilot combined with simple single lever power controls, offering great control and situational awareness reducing pilot workload.
“First customer feedback has shown that the innovative package is going to meet the needs of almost any private pilot’s flight mission in an unrivaled way. The traveling experience aboard the DA50 RG impressively stands out in terms of space, convenience, luxury and aerodynamic efficiency due to the retractable gear,” said Reinhard Schwaiger, Team Leader Civil Aircraft Sales at Diamond Aircraft Austria.
“We are now going to work on FAA certification that we are expecting end of 2021 and are very excited to present the aircraft to a thrilled US market.”
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