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Cirrus Sf 50 vs Cirrus Sf50 G2 vs Diamond Aircraft Da62

The Diamond Aircraft DA62 is best categorized as a modern light twin‑engine piston aircraft positioned between high‑end single‑engine pistons and entry‑level turboprops. Compared with typical single‑engine aircraft in its class, it offers greater redundancy and generally more stable high‑altitude cruise capability, at the cost of higher acquisition and operating complexity. In range, the DA62 is designed for efficient cross‑country travel: it commonly supports trips on the order of roughly 1,000 to 1,300 nautical miles depending on payload, power settings, winds, and reserves, which is competitive among piston twins and often exceeds many four‑seat singles when operated at comparable speeds. For passenger capacity, the DA62 is a true six‑seat platform, usually arranged as two front seats and up to four seats in the cabin, making it better suited than most four‑seat aircraft for family or small‑group travel with baggage. Overall, it compares as a longer‑legged, higher‑capacity option than typical singles, while remaining more economical and simpler to operate than most turboprops.

SpecDiamond Aircraft DA62
Summary
Cockpit2
DOC / nm$ 1.18
Total Seats5
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerDiamond Aircraft
Aircraft NameDA62
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)1283
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.24
Max Cabin Seats5
OEM VerificationUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)1565
Standard Cabin Seats3
Direct Operating Cost$ 225
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G1000 NXi
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)190
Base Aircraft Price (USD) $1,290,000
Cabin
Cockpit2
Total Seats5
Max Cabin Seats5
Standard Cabin Seats3
Engine
FADECYes
ModelAE330
Fuel TypeDiesel / Jet Fuel
TBO (hrs)1800
Horsepower180
Fuel DeliveryFuel Injected
No. of Engines2
Usable Fuel (gal)86
Fuel Capacity (gal)89
Dimensions
Length (ft)30.1
Wingspan (ft)47.8
Overall Height (ft)9.3