Diamond Aircraft Da 62

Twin Piston

The Diamond DA 62 is a modern twin-engine piston aircraft built by Austria's Diamond Aircraft Industries, certified in 2015 as one of the most fuel-efficient light twins in production. Constructed almost entirely from carbon fiber composite, the DA 62 features a distinctive T-tail, fixed tricycle landing gear, and a spacious seven-seat cabin designed for owner-pilots, air taxi operators, and surveillance missions. Its twin Austro Engine AE330 turbodiesel powerplants burn Jet A-1 fuel rather than avgas, delivering exceptional range and operating economy while cruising at around 180 knots. The DA 62 was developed as Diamond's answer to the aging fleet of conventional piston twins like the Piper Seneca and Beechcraft Baron, offering better fuel efficiency, lower maintenance costs, and a significantly quieter cabin. With a maximum takeoff weight just over 5,000 pounds and a service ceiling of 20,000 feet, it occupies a sweet spot for multi-engine training, light charter work, and long-range personal transport. The type's clean aerodynamics and modern Garmin G1000 NXi avionics suite have made it popular among European operators, though it remains relatively rare in North America compared to legacy twins. Diamond's use of diesel engines and composite construction gives the DA 62 a cruise range exceeding 1,280 nautical miles with reserves, and single-engine performance that meets or exceeds many older twins despite lower installed horsepower. The aircraft's low stall speeds and docile handling characteristics make it accessible to pilots transitioning from singles, while its pressurization-optional design allows operators to choose between simplicity and high-altitude capability. SkyMeter has tracked flights across airframes and operators, with the largest observed operator.