Diamond DA-50 Magnum

The single-engine piston aircraft built for modern personal travel.

Diamond DA50 at ILA 2008 © ILA-boy

Overview

Diamond Austria ICAO: DA50 2008–Present Active $700,000 (2009)

The Diamond DA-50 Magnum is a five-seat piston aircraft introduced in the 2010s. Designed to bridge the gap between smaller trainers and high-performance singles, it emphasizes efficiency and contemporary avionics. The aircraft entered service in the early 2020s.

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Specifications

Units
Engine
1 × Austro Engine AE 300 2.0 l turbo-diesel
Engine type
other: Other
Power
170 hp · 127 kW
Avionics
GARMIN G1000
Wing tips
Small winglets
Seats
4
Crew
—
Cabin width
—
Cabin height
—
Cabin length
—
Exterior length
29 ft 4 in  ·  8.93 m
Tail height
8 ft 10 in  ·  2.69 m
Fuselage diameter
4 ft 3 in  ·  1.30 m
Wing span
38 ft 4 in  ·  11.68 m
Baggage volume
—
Gross weight
—
Empty weight
—
Max takeoff weight
3,250 lb  ·  1,500 kg
Max landing weight
—
Max payload
900 lb  ·  400 kg
Fuel capacity
50 gal · 200 L · 200 kg (Jet A)
Max cruise speed
160 kt  ·  184 mph  ·  296 km/h
Maximum speed
—
Cruise speed
—
Approach speed
85 kt  ·  98 mph  ·  157 km/h
Range
1,000 nm  ·  1,150 mi  ·  1,850 km
Fuel burn
31.78 nm/gal  ·  15.55 km/L
Ceiling
18,000 ft  ·  5,500 m
Rate of climb
2,000 ft/min  ·  10 m/s
Takeoff distance
1,730 ft  ·  530 m
Landing distance
1,600 ft  ·  490 m
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Operational Context

Diamond DA-50 Magnum — high-performance single-engine aircraft

The DA-50 first flew in 2019 and entered service in 2020. It features composite construction and a sleek low-wing design. Diamond positioned the aircraft as a comfortable step-up option for private owners.

A Continental turbocharged piston engine producing approximately 300 horsepower powers the aircraft. Cruise speed approaches 180 knots (333 km/h). Maximum takeoff weight exceeds 4,400 pounds (1,996 kg), with seating for five occupants.

The DA-50 incorporates a modern glass cockpit and refined interior layout. Its efficiency and cabin space distinguish it from traditional four-seat singles. Production continues as Diamond expands its lineup.