2005 DIAMOND DA40-180 STAR
Starts from the median asking price of 6 comparable Diamond DA40-180 STAR listings ($247,400), then adjusts for:
- Airframe time +3,706 hr vs comps -7.4%
- Engine time -593 hr vs comps +4.7%
- Autopilot (67% of comps) +0.6%
- No ADS-B (67% of comps have one) -1.7%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Diamond DA40-180 STAR |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 5,751 hrs |
| Engine time | 290 SMOH |
| Avionics / Primary flight display | ASA G1000 |
| Avionics / Autopilot | KAP 140 |
| Avionics / Datalink weather | GDL 69 |
| Annual | August 2024 |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
This 2005 Diamond DA40-180 Star (registration ZK-DAE) is a well-presented, Garmin G1000-equipped example of Diamond's popular four-seat composite tourer. With its Lycoming IO-360 overhauled in August 2024 and showing just 290 hours since overhaul against a 2,200-hour TBO, it presents outstanding value in a modern glass-cockpit aircraft. The DA40 combines the safety of a carbon-fibre composite airframe and outstanding cockpit visibility with docile, forgiving handling. The fully integrated Garmin G1000 flight deck features dual displays, GPS/NAV/COM, engine and fuel monitoring, and a Bendix/King KAP 140 autopilot, complemented by a Garmin GDL 69 datalink and GTX Mode S transponder. Maintained to the manufacturer's maintenance program and operated by the New Zealand International Commercial Pilot Academy (NZICPA), it is ideally suited to private touring, IFR training or flying school operations. HIGHLIGHTS This tidy DA40 Star, finished in white with a grey leather interior, is well specified and conscientiously maintained: • Garmin G1000 integrated glass cockpit • Bendix/King KAP 140 autopilot • Engine overhauled August 2024 – only 290 hrs since overhaul (2,200 hr TBO) • Airframe total time 5,751 hrs • Garmin GDL 69 datalink and Garmin GTX Mode S transponder • Composite airframe with outstanding cockpit visibility • Maintained to Diamond's maintenance program by NZICPA • Ideal for touring, IFR training or flight school use AIRFRAME AND POWERPLANT Total Hours Since New 5,751 Serial Number 40-606 Registration ZK-DAE Lycoming IO-360 180 HP fuel-injected engine Engine overhauled August 2024 (290 hrs SMOH) 2,200 hr engine TBO – over 1,900 hrs remaining Hartzell 2-blade constant speed propeller Prop governor overhauled August 2024 Plane Power alternator Concorde RG-series battery Fuel boost pump overhauled June 2023 New engine flexible hoses fitted at overhaul (2024) New engine shock mounts fitted at overhaul (2024) Carbon-fibre composite airframe Forward-hinged canopy with excellent visibility Rear passenger door Four-seat leather interior Fixed tricycle undercarriage CO detector fitted Fire extinguisher and first aid kit Documents: - Spec Sheet ZK-DAE.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11046247475&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=q1rHRNmW6R3iHTOgkOwpVXmXd1TJmNAAbxVttrxo%2flLHsH2NcNZZNuNMtBIerrnXfZppN%2bYIq9g%3d
Avionics
AVIONICS Garmin G1000 integrated flight deck Dual G1000 flight displays (PFD/MFD) Bendix/King KAP 140 autopilot Garmin GTX Mode S transponder Garmin GDL 69 datalink receiver Dual GPS/NAV/COM (G1000) Integrated audio panel with intercom Engine and fuel monitoring via G1000 Standby flight instruments Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) Emergency standby battery Essential bus architecture
Recommended avionics upgrades
No ADS-B is listed — a GTX 345 delivers required ADS-B Out plus In (traffic & weather) in one transponder.
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How this aircraft compares
Where this Diamond DA40-180 STAR lands versus other Diamond DA40-180 STAR listings on fyiAero.
Price
17th pct$217k · 17th percentile of 6 listings
Airframe time
70th pct5,751 hours total (TTAF) · 70th percentile of 10 listings
Engine time
30th pct290 hours since major overhaul · 30th percentile of 10 listings
Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.
Documents
General
| Year | 2005 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | DIAMOND |
| Model | DA40-180 STAR |
| Serial Number | 40-606 |
| Registration # | ZK-DAE |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
Airframe
| Total Time | 5,751 |
|---|
Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | LYCOMING IO-360 |
|---|---|
| Engine Horsepower | 180 HP |
| Engine 1 Time | 290 SMOH |
| Engine TBO | 2200 |
| Engine Time Remaining To Overhaul | 1910 |
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | AVIONICS Garmin G1000 integrated flight deck Dual G1000 flight displays (PFD/MFD) Bendix/King KAP 140 autopilot Garmin GTX Mode S transponder Garmin GDL 69 datalink receiver Dual GPS/NAV/COM (G1000) Integrated audio panel with intercom Engine and fuel monitoring via G1000 Standby flight instruments Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) Emergency standby battery Essential bus architecture |
|---|
Interior
| Number of Seats | 4 |
|---|---|
| Configuration | Passenger |
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | MAINTENANCE Maintained to manufacturer's maintenance program Engine overhauled August 2024 (290 hrs SMOH) Review of Airworthiness valid to September 2026 Compass swing completed November 2025 Brake fluid replaced August 2025 Fuel boost pump overhauled June 2023 Emergency battery replacement not due until October 2026 Full aircraft status report (July 2026) available COMPLIANCE Operated by NZICPA Prop governor overhauled August 2024 24-month avionics check completed October 2025 Pitot-static and transponder checks October 2025 ELT and radio inspection completed October 2025 Aircraft re-weigh current to October 2029 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Complete maintenance records. Full specifications and aircraft status report available on request. |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | Yes |
Brochure
| Brochure | Spec Sheet ZK-DAE.pdf |
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