Lufthansa Commits to Eco-Friendly Training with Diamond DA42 Twins

Lufthansa Aviation Training expands its fleet with cutting-edge, sustainable options with the introduction of the DA42-VI.

Amy Wilder

Thursday, February 08, 2024 at 12:40 PM ET

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Representatives from Lufthansa Aviation Training and Diamond Aircraft at the handover ceremony in Wiener Neustadt, Austria [image courtesy Diamond Aircraft]

Key Takeaways:

Lufthansa Aviation Training has acquired three new multiengine DA42-VI aircraft to modernize its fleet and enhance aviation education capabilities.
The DA42-VIs are eco-friendly, burning up to 50 percent less jet fuel, aligning with Lufthansa's commitment to resource-efficient, modern, and safe pilot training.
Equipped with advanced features like efficient jet fuel engines and Garmin G1000 NXi, these trainers will be stationed in Grenchen, Switzerland, for future pilot education.

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In a significant step toward modernizing its fleet, Lufthansa Aviation Training has welcomed three new multiengine DA42-VIs. The handover ceremony at Diamond Aircraft’s headquarters in Wiener Neustadt, Austria, earlier this week marked the beginning of a strategic enhancement to Lufthansa’s aviation education capabilities.

The DA42-VI signifies a commitment to eco-friendly aviation training, burning up to 50 percent less jet-A than traditional avgas counterparts. Its introduction aligns with Lufthansa Aviation Training’s dedication to resource efficiency, modernity, and safety in pilot education.