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2018 DIAMOND DA42 VI
Starts from the median asking price of 5 comparable Diamond DA42 VI listings ($937,500), then adjusts for:
- Airframe time +83 hr vs comps -0.2%
- Engine time +83 hr vs comps -1.2%
- Autopilot (60% of comps) +1.2%
- ADS-B (80% of comps) +0.5%
- Market supply: 6 for sale of 134 FAA-registered +1.0%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Diamond DA42 VI |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 605 hrs |
| Engine time | 605 SNEW |
| Prop blades | 3 |
| Avionics / flight deck | GARMIN G1000 |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX 345R |
| Avionics / Primary flight display | Garmin GIA63W |
| Avionics / Flight display / EFIS | ASA G1000 |
| Avionics / Autopilot | Garmin GFC 700 |
| Avionics / Audio panel | Garmin GMA1347 |
| Avionics / GPS / datalink | Garmin GDL 69A |
| Avionics / Traffic (TCAS / TAS) | TAS 605 |
| Avionics / Datalink weather | SiriusXM |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Annual | November 2025 |
| Inspection | Annual |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
Finding a DA42-VI with only 605 hours total time is becoming increasingly difficult, especially one equipped and maintained to this level. N521QA represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a proven, turn-key twin that combines modern capability, efficiency, and safety in a package that is ready for immediate operation. Whether you're transitioning into your first twin, expanding a flight training fleet, or looking for a personal aircraft capable of serious cross-country travel, this DA42-VI delivers the confidence and capability today's buyers are searching for. Always hangared, complete with logbooks, and loaded with desirable options, this aircraft eliminates the compromises often found in the pre-owned market. With its low-time airframe, Jet-A diesel engines, premium equipment, and outstanding overall condition, N521QA is the type of DA42-VI that rarely becomes available, and an opportunity for the next owner to secure one of the finest examples on the market today. Contact Cody for more details!
Modifications
TKS Known Ice Protection System (FIKI) Synthetic Vision Technology Garmin GDL 69A SiriusXM Weather ADS-B In & Out Oxygen System Lightning Protection FADEC Engine Management Dual Engine Monitoring
Avionics
Garmin G1000 NXi Integrated Flight Deck: Flight Displays: Dual Garmin 10-Inch Flight Displays Primary Flight Display (PFD) Multi-Function Display (MFD) Garmin Synthetic Vision Technology Sun Glare Shields Integrated Canopy Lining Navigation & Communication: Dual Garmin GIA 63 WAAS COM/NAV/GPS/GS/LOC WAAS GPS Garmin GMA 1347 Digital Audio Panel Garmin GDC 72 Digital Air Data Computer Garmin GRS 79 Attitude Heading Reference System Garmin GMU 44 Magnetometer Autopilot & Flight Control: Garmin GFC 700 Digital Autopilot Yaw Damper Garmin ESP — Electronic Stability & Protection Stick Limiter Gear Warning Horn Muting System Transponder & Traffic: Garmin GTX 345R Mode-S Transponder ADS-B In & Out Avidyne TAS 605 Traffic Advisory System Active Traffic Display Weather & Datalink: Garmin GDL 69A SiriusXM Weather Additional Avionics: Engine Monitoring System 406 MHz ELT
Service Difficulty Reports (SDRs)
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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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How this aircraft compares
Where this Diamond DA42 VI lands versus other Diamond DA42 VI listings on fyiAero.
Airframe time
70th pct605 hours total (TTAF) · 70th percentile of 10 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
62nd pct605 hours since new · 62nd percentile of 8 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
75th pct605 hours since new · 75th percentile of 8 listings
Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.
General
| Year | 2018 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | DIAMOND |
| Model | DA42 VI |
| Serial Number | 42.N336 |
| Registration # | N521QA |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
| Based at | BLM |
Airframe
| Total Time | 605 |
|---|---|
| Complete Logs | Yes |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | AUSTRO AE300 |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 605 SNEW |
| Engine 1 TBO | 1800 |
| Engine 1 Turbocharged | Yes |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | AUSTRO AE300 |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Time | 605 SNEW |
| Engine 2 TBO | 1800 |
| Engine 2 Turbocharged | Yes |
Props
| Prop 1 Manufacturer | MT |
|---|---|
| Prop 1 Time | 605 SNEW |
| Prop 2 Manufacturer | MT |
| Prop 2 Time | 605 SNEW |
| Number of Blades | 3 |
| Blade Composition | Composite |
| Swept Blade Propellers | Yes |
Avionics
| Flight Deck Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN G1000 |
|---|---|
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
| WAAS | Yes |
| LPV | Yes |
| SVT | Yes |
| Yaw Damper | Yes |
| Active Traffic | Yes |
| Terrain Warning System | Yes |
| Engine Monitor | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | Garmin G1000 NXi Integrated Flight Deck: Flight Displays: Dual Garmin 10-Inch Flight Displays Primary Flight Display (PFD) Multi-Function Display (MFD) Garmin Synthetic Vision Technology Sun Glare Shields Integrated Canopy Lining Navigation & Communication: Dual Garmin GIA 63 WAAS COM/NAV/GPS/GS/LOC WAAS GPS Garmin GMA 1347 Digital Audio Panel Garmin GDC 72 Digital Air Data Computer Garmin GRS 79 Attitude Heading Reference System Garmin GMU 44 Magnetometer Autopilot & Flight Control: Garmin GFC 700 Digital Autopilot Yaw Damper Garmin ESP — Electronic Stability & Protection Stick Limiter Gear Warning Horn Muting System Transponder & Traffic: Garmin GTX 345R Mode-S Transponder ADS-B In & Out Avidyne TAS 605 Traffic Advisory System Active Traffic Display Weather & Datalink: Garmin GDL 69A SiriusXM Weather Additional Avionics: Engine Monitoring System 406 MHz ELT |
Additional Equipment
| Oxygen System | Yes |
|---|---|
| Flight Into Known Icing (FIKI) | Yes |
| Inadvertent Ice Protection | Yes |
| A/C | Yes |
| Additional Equipment | TKS Known Ice Protection System (FIKI) Synthetic Vision Technology Garmin GDL 69A SiriusXM Weather ADS-B In & Out Oxygen System Lightning Protection FADEC Engine Management Dual Engine Monitoring |
Interior
| Year Interior | 2018 |
|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 |
| Configuration | Passenger |
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2018 |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Annual Completed November 2025 **All specifications subject to verification by purchaser |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | Yes |
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