The newly delivered Diamond Aircraft DA42-VI jets will serve as United Aviate Academy’s multi-engine trainer for pilots seeking to advance their careers.
Diamond Aircraft has announced a new strategic partnership with the United Aviate Academy in Goodyear, Arizona, with an ordered five new jet-fuel powered DA42-VI twins. The firm order will see the first delivery take place at Sun ‘n Fun Expo 2023 in Lakeland, Florida, with the balance of the new fleet being delivered by the end of Q2 2023. The DA42-VI will serve as United Aviate Academy’s multi-engine trainer for pilots seeking to advance their careers.
The DA42-VI is the most recent version of Diamond’s piston twin, which has proven to be a successful aircraft, outselling all other certified piston twins combined with over 1,100 deliveries. The DA42-VI is equipped with efficient, clean, and reliable 168 hp jet fuel AUSTRO engines AE300, a Garmin G1000 NXi with 3-axis Automatic Flight Control System, and optional electrically powered air conditioning. The aircraft generates fuel savings of up to 50% compared to conventional AVGAS powered twins and its panoramic canopy provides excellent visibility during all flight maneuvers.
“We are excited to incorporate the DA42-VI Diamond Aircraft as our multi-engine trainer to our growing fleet. With its advance aircraft systems and performance, the DA42-VI provides us the unique opportunity to prepare our pilots for the next step in their career while honoring our commitment to using the most sophisticated training aircraft on the market today,” said Dana Donati, CEO, United Aviate Academy.
The DA42-VI is an ideal platform for Multi-Engine-Piston (MEP) training, with its unique combination of performance and utility designed to make transitioning from a single engine to a twin much easier. The aircraft’s advanced systems and performance will provide United Aviate Academy students with the skills and experience necessary for a successful career in aviation.
Trevor Mustard, head of sales and marketing, Diamond Aircraft Canada said, “We are very pleased to have partnered with United Aviate as they continue to grow. Their mission to provide world-class flight training through equal opportunity initiatives will further incentivize a broader spectrum of student pilots and help meet the demand at the airline level. Diamond is proud to be part of United Aviate’s new endeavor as it trains the pilots of tomorrow with the safest, most sustainable twins on the market today”.
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Diamond Aircraft is showcasing its DA42-VI at Sun ’n Fun Aerospace Expo from March 28th until April 2nd. The partnership with United Aviate Academy marks an exciting opportunity for Diamond Aircraft to continue its success and help prepare the next generation of pilots.
