Diamond Aircraft DA40 Diamond Star

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Diamond DA40 'Diamond Star' registered G-UCAN operated by Aerobility, serving as a modern light aircraft often used for charitable flying opportunities.

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Aircraft

DA40 Diamond Star DA40

Aerobility charity

G-UCAN

Registration

Airline

Aerobility

Manufacturer

Diamond Aircraft

Gear

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max back triple camera 6.765mm f/1.78

Achievements

Rare Bird, Livery Legend

2 badges earned

Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 78.0

The registration is clear and the subject is well-placed, but the building and fuel truck clutter the background.

Location

Signature Hangar Gate 5

London Luton Airport · LTN/EGGW

51.8782, -0.3823

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London Luton Airport LTN

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Aviation History

The DA40 is a popular modern composite four-seat light aircraft known for excellent efficiency, safety, and frequently used for flight training and charity flying.

Fleet Rarity

Common among flight schools and private owners worldwide.

Record Flights

No world records, but widely used for long cross-country flights and generally for efficient training and community flight experiences.

Safety & Events

Generally, very safe with a good safety record in the GA (General Aviation) community.

Future Outlook

Still in active production and use.

Specifications

Austro Engine AE300 (or Lycoming IO-360, depending on variant)

Engine

11.94 meters

Wingspan

8.06 meters

Length

1,285 km

Range

285 km/h

Speed

4 passengers

Capacity

1,280 kg

MTOW

1.97 meters

Height

Approx. 134 kW (180 hp)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 10 compliant, typically <70 dB on takeoff

Noise