FLIGHT SCHOOLS AND FLEET OPERATORS creating the best pilots Train with the best - train with Diamond! FLIGHT TRAINING IS A BUSINESS. RESALE VALUE AND TRACK RECORD. Your aircraft are business tools. They need to meet the mission, be safe and generate the maximum margins for your business. Lease, finance or purchase, the true cost of any aircraft is defined Choosing the right aircraft for your business is a critical decision. How do you choose the right aircraft for your business when as much by its resale value as its purchase price. Diamond’s rugged composite airframes reduce the visible wear and tear (hangar there is no single aircraft that can do “everything?” The answer is simple: go with the only manufacturer that offers a complete rash), are designed for easy refurbishment, have no life limit and have been proven in over 2 million flight hours and over a decade fleet of modern training aircraft – Diamond Aircraft. From ab-initio through IFR, Commercial, or multi engine training, Diamond has of operation worldwide. The modern, fuel efficient design will appeal for many years to come. the right aircraft to match any mission. FUEL COST. KEEPING COSTS DOWN AND BOOSTING MARGINS. Fuel costs have become the single largest hourly expense for many high utilization operators, exceeding even capital and insur- Flying is a passion. Flight training is a business. Whether you run a small FTO / ATO or a large university program, cost is a major ance costs. Where will this trend go? No one knows, but up is a safe bet! That’s why Diamond is bullish on aerodynamic efficiency driver. Your flight training aircraft must be safe and generate the maximum possible margin for your business. Anything less and and even alternative fuel power plants. The unmatched efficiency of a Diamond means that you’ll be competitive regardless of you don’t compete. where fuel prices go. WHAT IS THE RIGHT AIRCRAFT FOR YOUR BUSINESS? FUEL AVAILABILITY. That depends on the type of pilot being trained, what level they are being trained to, and what the utilization will be. No single Will Avgas be available in 5 years? In 10? We don’t know either but we hedged our bets by developing multifuel compatible fuel aircraft model meets all training needs. Diamond’s dedication to flight training has shaped our product line of modern fuel efficient systems for all our aircraft and investing in state-of-the-art fuel technology including automotive and jet fuel. This makes Diamond aircraft, each with a specific training application in mind. From PPL to ab-initio through IFR, commercial or multi-engine training, Aircraft the only provider of these systems. With our aircraft we deliver technology for the next 20 years and longer. Diamond has an aircraft to match your mission. The choice you make today will define your future success. PARTS COST. Parts can be a significant part of overall operating costs. Have you checked the airframe parts cost of the aircraft you are consid- ering? We build our parts to last and price them low. The Diamond Aircraft business case! KEEP YOUR FLEET FLYING. GLASS COCKPITS. When it’s flying, the aircraft generates revenue, when it’s AOG, it costs money. Demonstrated reliability gives you confidence that As the lead OEM for the Garmin G1000, we are often asked about investing in glass: Should you invest in glass – that depends on unscheduled downtime is minimized, not only for the cost of repair, but for the lost opportunity cost. what you are preparing your students for. Which is the best glass cockpit – the one that offers the maximum upgrade ability and isn’t obsoleted by changing hardware. Diamond is uniquely positioned to answer your questions without bias as we are the only LABOR COST. OEM offering aircraft with a choice of Garmin, Aspen or conventional cockpit. Good aircraft engineers cost good money and they are worth it. Diamond places special emphasis on reducing wasted time and labor costs with modular design and easily accessed inspection items. PROVEN FLIGHT TRAINING TRACK RECORD. Do the aircraft you are considering have a proven flight training record? If not, can you justify taking that risk? Diamond Aircraft’s INSURANCE. accumulated flight training experience is reflected in every aircraft in our fleet today. Diamond’s safety record and economical repairability have resulted in low premiums for Diamond Aircraft operators. CUSTOMER SUPPORT. MISSION: GET THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB. Our network of International Diamond Regional Distribution Centers provides you with easy access to the industry’s most profes- Diamond’s complete fleet and range of options lets you efficiently tailor the aircraft to the mission: PPL, CPL, ATP (Ab Initio), CFI, sional and knowledgeable sales representatives. They can answer any questions you may have. Our commitment to you contin- CFII, SEL, MEL. ues long after you have taken delivery of your aircraft. Our comprehensive warranties and available all-inclusive maintenance programs inspire confidence and make ownership worry free. Adding to this we have dedicated field service reps, comprehensive FLEET COMMONALITY. maintenance seminars, an extensive network of factory trained service centers, as well as comprehensive technical and parts Ask any successful commercial operator and they will tell you that fleet commonality simply makes business sense. Diamond support – we’ve got you covered! No matter where you are or when you need us, we’re there with you. Aircraft offers all the advantages of fleet commonality including minimized instructor standardization, rapid student transition, reduced parts inventories and maintenance training. Fleet direct. Interested in creating innovative flight training concepts you would not have considered possible? We are your per- Based on the type of operation you run and its specific requirements, we will offer our assistance in optimizing the fect partner for the flight training of the future. Diamond offers factory sales and support for Institutional and Fleet type and number of aircraft required, the optimal fleet replacement, and rejuvenation strategies. We will work with operators. Our sales professionals and senior Management will assist you in making the best decisions regarding your staff to ensure effective instructor training, maintenance training, parts provisioning and aircraft integration your fleet. into your operation. Our field service representatives are experienced EASA or FAA aircraft engineers, instructors and pilots, and are ready to support you on site. © Keilir, Photo by Oli Haukur Myrdal Diamond Flight Training Training platform. CREATING THE BEST PILOTS. COMPLETE FLIGHT TRAINING. Our commitment to quality goes far beyond the mere delivery of your aircraft. We believe that high-quality training is Our unique strength: aircraft, engine and simulator from the same manufacturer. The Diamond Training Concept of- as critical to your safety as a well-designed aircraft. That’s why each airplane comes with a training credit to ensure fers advantages for ab initio training of airline and general aviation pilots. that you will have mastered each move once you step aboard your new plane. You will know the cockpit like the back of your hand because you’ve trained in an authentic Diamond Aircraft cockpit with real avionics. This gives you added security. Although we’re very proud of our safety record, we know it takes safe pilots to ensure safe flights. DA42 NG, DA42-VI: And safety goes beyond just a good airplane. A top performer that takes you sky high: the ultra-modern, twin-engine DA42 perfectly matches stylish elegance with easy and efficient operation. Diamond Aircraft Industries has equipped the DA42 with the AE300 engine: suit- able for different types of aviation kerosene, it is powerful and economical at the same time. With the DA42 you will enjoy lower operating costs, lower fuel consumption, but also more comfort, improved power, increased perfor- mance, extended range and longer endurance – and many envious glances. Giving your students the possibility to fly on a state-of-the-art Twin Engine Trainer like the DA42, will be the USP for your students, when joining the flight line with modern airliners. DA40 NG, DA40 TUNDRA STAR: Our DA40 range combines successful development with the Jet A1-powered AE300 engine and an innovative, AIRCRAFT TYPE: DA42-VI state-of-the-art design. Add to that excellent safety, best flight qualities, robustness, very high reliability and low Consumption (60%): 39.4 l/h - 10.4 US gal/hr operating costs. Pilots and flight schools all over the world are thrilled! On top of that, the DA40 boasts the latest in avionics, perfect panorama views, comfort and the space to encourage vacation plans or speed up your business. In short: it’s the best aircraft money can buy. It is the outstanding SE training aircraft for the 21st century, which keeps you flying with jet turbine fuel in all parts of the world. AUSTRO ENGINE AE300: DA42-VI, DA42 NG + DA40 NG DA20i KATANA AND DA20-C1 ECLIPSE: Operated with Jet Turbine Fuel (Jet-A1), EECU, Single Ergonomically designed and fun to fly, the DA20i Katana and DA20-C1 Eclipse far outshines its competitors. You’ll be lever control so enthusiastic about its perfect trainer qualities that you may want more of it! Many flight students therefore later pilot their own Katana, because it offers much more than a typical 2-seater. Sturdy, safe, reliable, but with a cutting- edge design, the DA20i Katana and DA420-C1 is an exciting and economical airplane to buy and operate. Its agility and superb performance let you experience the thrill of flying. The DA20-C1 Eclipse is as well available with a G500 Semi Glass Cockpit, to fit as a basic trainer before the DA40 NG and later the DA42. DIAMOND FLIGHT TRAINING DEVICES: We build the most advanced flight simulation training devices out of authentic Diamond Aircraft parts and with real DIAMOND SIMULATOR GARMIN G1000 COCKPIT: DA42-VI, DA42 NG + DA40 NG avionics.