Diamond Aircraft Da 50 Rg

Single Piston

The Diamond DA50 RG represents Diamond Aircraft's ambitious entry into the high-performance single-engine market, combining the company's signature composite construction with a retractable landing gear and a 300-horsepower Austro AE300 turbodiesel engine. Certified in 2019, the DA50 is designed as a five-seat touring aircraft that bridges the gap between light singles and cabin-class twins, offering jet-fuel economy with cruise speeds around 180 knots and a range exceeding 1,000 nautical miles. The Austrian manufacturer drew on decades of experience with the DA40 and DA42 to create an aircraft that prioritizes efficiency and modern avionics over raw speed, targeting owner-pilots who value operating economics and cross-country capability. The DA50's composite airframe keeps empty weight below 2,650 pounds despite its size, while the diesel powerplant burns roughly 13 gallons per hour at cruise, significantly less than comparable gasoline singles. The retractable gear and sleek fuselage yield a maximum cruise speed of 188 knots, though most operators fly closer to 165 knots for optimal fuel efficiency. With a service ceiling of 20,000 feet and full de-icing available, the type is positioned as a serious IFR cross-country machine for European and North American markets, though production numbers remain modest compared to legacy Cirrus and Piper models. SkyMeter has tracked 8 flights across 1 airframes and 1 operators over routes, with the largest observed operator.