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Diamond Aircraft Relaunches European DA20i Katana Production

Upgraded training aircraft returns after a decade, featuring a Rotax engine and Garmin G500 TXi glass cockpit.

As is tradition in any DA20 series aircraft, The newly-restored Diamond DA20i Kitana model will be built on a composite airframe that supplies structural durability. [Credit: Diamond Aircraft]
As is tradition in any DA20 series aircraft, The newly-restored Diamond DA20i Kitana model will be built on a composite airframe that supplies structural durability. [Credit: Diamond Aircraft]
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Key Takeaways:

  • Diamond Aircraft is resuming European production of its DA20i Katana after a 10-year hiatus, driven by demand from flight schools and private owners.
  • The revived aircraft will feature significant upgrades, including a Rotax 912 iSc3 Sport engine and a Garmin G500 TXi touchscreen glass cockpit.
  • These enhancements aim to reduce pilot workload and provide an advanced, immersive flying experience, making it an attractive option for flight training.
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After over a 10-year hiatus, Diamond Aircraft is resuming European production of the DA20i Katana, the company announced on Thursday.

Diamond said the move comes after flight schools, flying clubs, and private owners called for the aircraft to return to the market.

Parris Clarke

Parris is a writer and content producer for Firecrown. When Parris isn't chasing stories, you can find him watching or playing basketball.

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