Charter a DA-42
Range
2,269 km
Speed
365 km/h
Passenger seats
3 Seats
Category
Turbopropellers and Pistons
Diamond Aircraft DA-42 Overview
The Diamond DA42 is a twin-engine piston aircraft developed by Diamond Aircraft Industries in Austria and designed for efficient short-range operations. Built using composite materials, it offers low fuel consumption and modern avionics, typically equipped with the Garmin G1000 flight deck. The aircraft accommodates up to four passengers in addition to the pilot, with a practical cabin suited to short regional flights. From a passenger perspective, the DA42 provides cost-efficient travel and access to smaller airfields.
Aircraft Features
Range and Performance
The Diamond DA42 offers a maximum range of approximately 2,269 km depending on payload and operating conditions. This supports regional flights such as Zurich to Rome or Vienna to Barcelona. Its twin-engine piston efficiency allows economical travel with access to smaller airports, providing practical and flexible routing for short-distance journeys.
Cabin Comfort and Configuration
The DA42 cabin is typically configured for four occupants in a single, compact layout with forward-facing seats. The aircraft offers a practical and light-filled interior, with large windows and ergonomic seating designed for short regional sectors. Its simple cabin arrangement prioritises efficiency while maintaining a comfortable environment for private or training flights.
Onboard Amenities
The DA42 provides a light twin-engine cabin designed for efficiency, with ergonomic seating for up to four passengers and large windows enhancing natural light. A simple climate-control system and low noise levels support a comfortable experience on shorter flights, while multiple storage compartments allow for practical luggage carriage. The aircraft focuses on functional comfort suited to regional travel.
Technology and Flight Deck
The DA42 is equipped with the Garmin G1000 integrated avionics suite, offering digital flight displays, traffic and terrain awareness and streamlined navigation tools that support precise flight monitoring and pilot awareness. Twin Austro AE300 turbo-diesel engines with FADEC provide efficient fuel consumption, reduced emissions and dependable performance for multi-engine operations.
How much does it cost to charter a Diamond Aircraft DA-42?
Prices to charter a private jet will start on average as low as 5,500€ to up to 13,000€ an hour. The actual charter price will be significantly impacted by various factors, such as the size of the aircraft, the lead time before takeoff, the flight time, the positioning of flights and other factors that your advisors take into account while building your offers. Here are some popular routes with price estimates for a DA42 included:
| Diamond Aircraft DA-42 | ||||
| From | La Môle | Olbia | Alicante | St Gallen |
| To | Paris | Palma de Mallorca | Bern | Verona |
| Aircraft Category | Turboprops | Turboprops | Turboprops | Turboprops |
| Flight Time | 02:40 | 02:30 | 01:30 | 01:10 |
| Price | 7,600 | 7,600 | 7,600 | 5,800 |
| Passengers | 5-9 | 5-9 | 5-9 | 5-9 |
About the Manufacturer
Diamond Aircraft
Diamond Aircraft Industries, based in Wiener Neustadt, Austria, is a leading general aviation aircraft manufacturer renowned for its composite‑built light aircraft and motor gliders, including the DA20, DA40, DA42 Twin Star, DA50, and DA62. Founded in 1981, the company excels in fuel-efficient, safety‑oriented designs—such as diesel‑and electric‑powered trainers—that demonstrate innovation, reliability, and passenger‑centric performance, closely aligning with Simply Jet’s values of comfort, efficiency, and technological excellence.
Why choose Simply Jet
At Simply Jet, we redefine reliability and convenience in private aviation.
What sets us apart from other private jet brokers is our unique approach to customer service and excellence, rooted in the values of our founding members—all proud alumni of the globally renowned Ecole Hôtelière de Lausanne (EHL). We place great emphasis on creating an exceptional experience for our clients, strengthened by the deep passion for hospitality that forms the foundation of our culture. Our in-depth understanding of private aviation and fervour for delivering impeccable service are at your disposal around the clock.
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