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Multi-Engine Piston

2018 Diamond TwinStar DA42

🕒 Listed 6 weeks ago
$937,500
fyiEstimate $901,500–$924,500 ⓘ How this estimate is built

Starts from the median asking price of 16 comparable Diamond 42 series listings ($936,000), then adjusts for:

  • Year -1 vs comparable listings -2.2%
  • Autopilot (81% of comps) +0.6%
  • ADS-B (56% of comps) +1.1%
  • Market supply: 11 for sale of 134 FAA-registered -1.9%

Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.

2018
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N521QA ✈ Flight Tracking
Sep 11, 2026 (40 days ago)
42N336
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2
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Rbckmab LLC
Per the FAA aircraft registry (public record)
📍 Marlboro, NJ

Overview

Make / ModelDiamond TwinStar DA42
TypeMulti-Engine Piston
Airframe time—
Avionics / Primary flight displayGarmin GIA63W, ASA G1000
Avionics / AutopilotGarmin GFC 700
Avionics / Audio panelGarmin GMA1347
Avionics / Traffic (TCAS / TAS)TAS 605
Avionics / Datalink weatherGDL 69A, SiriusXM
InspectionAnnual
Autopilot FIKI / known ice ADS-B

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

Back 20 Photos $937,500 2018 Diamond TwinStar DA42 - VI S/N: 42N336 R/N: N521QA 605 Total Hours New Jersey, United States Compare Email to Friend Date Listed: Aug 17, 2026 Seller Paragraph Seller Aerista Location Troutdale, OR, US 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! Airframe & Power Systems Information Total Hours 605 Total Hours Engines Loc. Make Model TSN L Austro AE300 605 R 605 Maintenance & Condition Complete Logs Yes Hangared Yes Basic Empty Weight: 3,347.32 Lbs. Annual Completed November 2025 Airframe Total Hours 605 Total Hours Composite Airframe Composite Fuselage & Wing Construction Retractable Tricycle Landing Gear Long-Range Fuel Tanks Auxiliary Fuel Tanks Four-Place Cabin Large Baggage Compartment Composite Energy-Absorbing Seats Electrically Operated Flaps Heated Pitot Tube LED Position & Strobe Lights LED Landing & Taxi Lights Lightning Protection System Engines Austro AE300 Turbo Diesel Engine, 168 HP Jet-A Fuel Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC) Turbocharged Liquid-Cooled Single-Lever Power Control Garmin GEA 71 Electronic 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 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 Premium Leather Interior Four Individual Seats Ergonomic Seats & Backrests Electrically Adjustable Rudder Pedals Composite Energy-Absorbing Safety Seats 3-Point Safety Belts AMSAFE Inflatable Restraints — Front Seats Large Cabin Doors Large Baggage Compartment Bubble Canopy Integrated Sun Protection Sun Glare Shields Canopy Lining Cabin Lighting Overhead Cabin Light 28V Power Supply Socket Exterior Composite Airframe High-Gloss Multi-Layer Paint Metallic Paint Scheme Variety of Exterior Striping Options Chrome Spinner Black Air Intake Rings Entry Steps & Entry Grips LED Position & Strobe Lights LED Landing & Taxi Lights Heated Pitot Tube Retractable Landing Gear 3-Point Safety Belts AMSAFE Inflatable Restraints — Front Seats 406 MHz ELT Contact Information Contact: Cody Henigman Tel: 208-513-3181 Troutdale, OR 97060 All Specifications Subject to Verification Upon Inspection Availability Subject to Prior Lease, Sale, or Withdrawal From Market Without Notice An Important Note About Buying An Aircraft Aircraft Shopper Online takes internet fraud very seriously. Before completing any transaction, please review our fraud prevention guidelines to protect yourself. Read our Fraud Alert → Report This Ad Listed By Aerista Location Troutdale, OR, US Website Visit website Contact the seller for availability and additional aircraft information. Contact Seller More listings from Aerista Finance Calculator $6,953 Est. monthly payment Down payment 20% · $187,500 Loan term 15 years Interest rate 7.50% Loan amount $750,000 Total interest $501,466 View Detailed Calculator Get Pre-Approved For illustrative purposes only. Actual rates and terms may vary.

Recommended avionics upgrades

Garmin GTN 650Xi

No IFR GPS navigator is listed — a GTN 650Xi is the standard entry point for WAAS/LPV capability.

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How this aircraft compares

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Price

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$290k$1.3MThis aircraft · $938k

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