Diamond Aircraft Da50 Rg

Single Piston

The Diamond DA50 RG represents Diamond Aircraft's entry into the high-performance single-engine market, combining the Austrian manufacturer's signature composite construction with retractable landing gear for enhanced cruise performance. Introduced in the late 2010s as a larger sibling to the popular DA40 and DA42 lines, the DA50 targets owner-pilots seeking a spacious five-seat cabin with modern avionics and diesel efficiency. Powered by a Continental CD-300 diesel engine producing 300 horsepower, the DA50 RG cruises at approximately 180 knots while burning Jet-A fuel, offering operational flexibility and lower fuel costs compared to traditional avgas-burning competitors. The retractable gear configuration distinguishes the RG variant from the fixed-gear DA50, trading some of Diamond's trademark simplicity for a meaningful speed advantage. The aircraft's composite airframe keeps empty weight competitive despite the added complexity of the gear system, while the spacious cabin and large baggage capacity make it a practical cross-country tourer for families or small business operations. With a service ceiling around 20,000 feet and a range exceeding 1,000 nautical miles, the DA50 RG occupies a niche between high-performance singles like the Cirrus SR22 and light twins, offering near-twin speeds with single-engine operating economics. SkyMeter has tracked flights across airframes and operators, covering routes.