Diamond’s DART-750 Makes First Flight

New aerobatic trainer from Diamond Aircraft is powered by a Pratt & Whitney PT6A-series powerplant.

Julie Boatman

Friday, June 16, 2023 at 10:54 AM ET

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The DART-750 boasts an all-composite airframe and the 750 hp PT6A-25C engine. [Courtesy: Diamond Aircraft]

Key Takeaways:

Diamond Aircraft's DART-750, a new all-composite aerobatic trainer powered by a 750 hp Pratt & Whitney engine, successfully completed its 30-minute maiden flight on June 12.
The DART-750 is currently on static display at the Paris Air Show.
Featuring a tandem-seat configuration and Garmin G3000 avionics, the aircraft is expected to receive EASA civilian certification in 2024.
Diamond Aircraft plans to support the trainer with a dedicated flight simulator, computer-based training, and in-person training solutions.

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The DART-750, a new all-composite aerobatic trainer from Diamond Aircraft, made its first flight on June 12 at Wiener Neustadt East Airport (LOAN) in Austria.

The DART-750, powered by a 750 hp Pratt & Whitney PT6A-25C powerplant, has already arrived at the Paris-Le Bourget Airport (LFPB), where it will be on static display all week at the Paris Air Show, beginning Monday.