2004 DIAMOND DA40-180 STAR
Starts from the median asking price of 33 comparable Diamond Single-Engine Piston listings ($244,900), then adjusts for:
- Year -1 vs comparable listings -1.5%
- Airframe time +795 hr vs comps -1.6%
- Engine time -537 hr vs comps +4.3%
- ADS-B (45% of comps) +1.4%
- Market supply: 19 for sale of 678 FAA-registered +2.5%
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Overview
| Make / Model | Diamond DA40-180 STAR |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 3,755 hrs |
| Engine time | 250 SOH |
| Prop blades | 3 |
| Avionics / flight deck | GARMIN G1000 |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX33 |
| Avionics / Flight display / EFIS | ASA G1000 |
| Avionics / Audio panel | Garmin GMA1347 |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Annual | November 2025 |
| Inspection | Annual |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
The Diamond DA40 has earned its reputation as one of the most capable, efficient, and enjoyable single-engine aircraft available today, and N127X is a standout example of why. Designed for pilots who want modern capability without sacrificing simplicity, the DA40 delivers exceptional visibility, impressive handling, and the confidence to take on everything from local flights to serious cross-country missions. With its sleek composite design, comfortable four-place cabin, and advanced glass cockpit, this aircraft offers the perfect blend of performance, efficiency, and reliability. Whether you are upgrading from a trainer, looking for a dependable personal aircraft, or searching for the ideal platform to build time and explore new destinations, N127X delivers the ownership experience pilots are looking for. This is the kind of aircraft that makes every flight more enjoyable, and the one you’ll be excited to walk out to on the ramp. Contact Cody for more details!
Modifications
Electric Pitch Trim Electric Flaps Adjustable Rudder Pedals Dual Controls Cabin Ventilation System Integral Sun Visors
Avionics
Garmin G1000 Integrated Flight Deck Dual Garmin 10-inch Displays (PFD & MFD) Garmin GIA 63 Integrated COM/NAV/GPS Units Garmin GDC 74 Air Data Computer Garmin GRS 77 AHRS Garmin GEA 71 Engine/Airframe Interface Garmin GMA 1347 Digital Audio Panel Garmin GTX 33 Mode S Transponder Garmin Integrated Traffic Information System (TIS) Garmin Terrain Awareness Electric Standby Attitude Indicator Airspeed Indicator Altimeter Magnetic Compass
Recommended avionics upgrades
No autopilot is listed — a GFC 500 (or S-TEC 3100 / Trio Pro Pilot where the GFC isn't STC'd) adds a modern digital autopilot with envelope protection, subject to model approval.
See prices & suppliers ›Suggestions are based on the panel described in this listing; verify STC approval for this make/model before any installation.
Service Difficulty Reports (SDRs)
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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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General
| Year | 2004 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | DIAMOND |
| Model | DA40-180 STAR |
| Serial Number | 40.438 |
| Registration # | N127X |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
| Based at | IPJ |
Airframe
| Total Time | 3,755 |
|---|
Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | LYCOMING |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 250 SOH |
| Engine TBO | 2000 |
Props
| Prop Manufacturer | MT |
|---|---|
| Prop Time | 250 SOH |
| Number of Blades | 3 |
| Blade Composition | Composite |
Avionics
| Flight Deck Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN G1000 |
|---|---|
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
| Active Traffic | Yes |
| Terrain Warning System | Yes |
| Engine Monitor | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | Garmin G1000 Integrated Flight Deck Dual Garmin 10-inch Displays (PFD & MFD) Garmin GIA 63 Integrated COM/NAV/GPS Units Garmin GDC 74 Air Data Computer Garmin GRS 77 AHRS Garmin GEA 71 Engine/Airframe Interface Garmin GMA 1347 Digital Audio Panel Garmin GTX 33 Mode S Transponder Garmin Integrated Traffic Information System (TIS) Garmin Terrain Awareness Electric Standby Attitude Indicator Airspeed Indicator Altimeter Magnetic Compass |
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | Electric Pitch Trim Electric Flaps Adjustable Rudder Pedals Dual Controls Cabin Ventilation System Integral Sun Visors |
|---|
Interior
| Year Interior | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 |
| Configuration | Passenger |
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2004 |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Annual Inspection Completed November 2025 **All specifications subject to verification by purchaser |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | Yes |
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