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General| Category | Aircraft |
|---|---|
| Number of Engines | 2 |
| Seating Capacity | 4 |
| Manufacturer | Diamond Aircraft |
| Type | Light twin-engine aircraft |
| Engine Type | Diesel piston engine |
Provides an overview of operating limitations, instrument markings, placards, powerplants, systems, and standard equipment.
Details airspeed limitations, including maneuvering speed, flap extended speed, and never exceed speed.
Explains the significance of different color arcs and radials on the airspeed indicator.
Covers limitations for the engine, including RPM, power, fuel, and oil specifications.
Details engine instrument markings and their color code significance for the TAE 125-01 engine.
Describes G1000 warning, caution, and advisory alerts, including their meaning and cause.
Lists various mass and weight limitations, including max take-off, landing, and baggage compartment loads.
Defines the Datum Plane and specifies the forward and rearward CG limitations for flight.
Outlines approved flight maneuvers and prohibits aerobatics, spinning, and steep turns.
Details structural limitations for positive and negative load factors and powerplant time limits.
Specifies the maximum operating altitude of 18,000 ft pressure altitude.
States the minimum crew requirement and maximum number of occupants.
Lists approved kinds of operation including VFR, NVFR, IFR, and flights in icing conditions.
Details approved fuel grades, including JET Fuel and Diesel Fuel specifications and limitations.
Shows limitation placards found on the instrument panel and emergency landing gear extension lever.
Covers various other limitations such as battery charge, emergency switch, door locking, and electronic equipment usage.
Provides an overview of the Flight Manual's purpose and scope.
Specifies the certification basis as JAR-23, including amendments and additional requirements.
Explains how special statements concerning safety and operation are highlighted.
Lists overall dimensions, wing, and aileron specifications in meters and feet.
Defines key airspeeds (CAS, IAS, TAS) and meteorological terms (ISA, MSL, OAT, QNH).
Provides conversion factors for various dimensions, volume, speed, mass, force, pressure, and temperature.
Includes a diagram showing the airplane's overall dimensions from different views.
Describes the G1000 Integrated Avionics System, its functions, and compliance with aviation standards.
Lists documents, manuals, and literature used as sources for the Flight Manual.
Introduces the chapter's content on emergency procedures and checklists for engine failure and other emergencies.
Details G1000 warnings related to engine temperature, oil, fuel, and fire, including meanings and causes.
Explains G1000 system warnings like RED X, POSN ERROR, ATTITUDE FAIL, and AIRSPEED FAIL.
Covers procedures for G1000 failures such as Navigation Information Failure and PFD/MFD Display Failure.
Provides procedures for detecting, troubleshooting, securing, and restarting an engine inoperative situation.
Details procedures for landing gear unsafe warning and manual extension of the landing gear.
Addresses complete electrical system failure and high current issues, including procedures for each.
Outlines procedures for engine fires on ground/in flight and electrical fires on ground/in flight.
Covers other emergencies like carbon monoxide contamination, unlocked doors, and unintentional flight into icing.
Introduces Chapter 4A, covering normal operation procedures and checklists.
Lists normal operating airspeeds for various configurations (flaps, weight) and flight phases.
Explains G1000 advisory alerts, including characteristics and specific messages like L/R GLOW ON.
Describes how the DA 42 should be flown, emphasizing coordinated flight and handling with gear extended.
Lists essential pre-flight checks to be performed before the first flight of the day.
Provides detailed checklists for pre-flight inspection, before starting engine, taxiing, and take-off.
Details procedures for a precautionary landing, including area selection, approach, and touchdown.
Provides instructions for take-off with the canopy inadvertently in the cooling gap position.
Covers engine instrument indications outside the normal range, including RPM, coolant, oil, and fuel temperatures.
Explains G1000 caution alerts such as L/R ECU A/B FAIL, L/R FUEL LOW, and AHRS ALIGN.
Addresses failures in flap position indication or function and outlines modified approach procedures.
Describes runaway electrical rudder pedal adjustment and the procedure to pull the circuit breaker.
Covers continuous hydraulic pump operation and hydraulic pump failure, including manual landing gear extension.
Details procedures for starting the engine using external power, including pre-flight checks and the start sequence.
Provides instructions for pilot actions and precautions following a lightning strike.
Outlines procedures for landing with mass exceeding the maximum landing mass, including approach speeds.
Addresses failures in the L/R auxiliary fuel tank transfer system, including checking fuel imbalance and pump operation.
Introduces performance data presentation and its use for flight planning.
Explains how to use performance tables and diagrams to illustrate variables and determine flight data.
Presents tables and diagrams for various performance aspects like airspeed calibration and climb performance.
Shows airspeed indicator system calibration for FLAPS UP, APP, and LDG configurations.
Provides a diagram showing fuel flow per hour for one engine based on load percentage.
Includes a chart relating outside air temperature, pressure altitude, and ISA conditions.
Lists calculated stalling speeds in KIAS for various masses, flap settings, and bank angles.
Displays a chart for determining headwind and crosswind components based on flight direction and wind.
Provides take-off distance charts for different masses and conditions over a 50 ft obstacle.
Shows climb performance data for take-off climb at various altitudes and masses.
Presents climb performance data for cruise climb at various altitudes and masses.
Details climb performance reduction when one engine is inoperative.
Provides cruise performance data based on true airspeed (TAS) at different load percentages.
Lists landing distances over a 50 ft obstacle and ground roll for different masses and approach speeds.
Specifies the constant gradient of climb achieved during a go-around.
Lists approved noise data for various flight masses and regulatory standards.
Explains the importance of operating within permissible mass and balance limits for performance and safety.
Defines the Datum Plane (DP) as a reference for measuring distances for CG calculations.
Outlines requirements for recording empty mass, CG position, and changes due to equipment or repairs.
Provides information and methods for calculating flight mass and CG position using tables and diagrams.
Lists approved equipment for installation and details how installed items constitute the Equipment Inventory.
Introduces Chapter 7, describing the airplane and its systems with operating instructions.
Describes the fuselage, wings, and empennage construction materials and features.
Explains the operation of ailerons, elevator, rudder, and flaps via control rods, cables, and electric motors.
Shows a diagram of the instrument panel and lists major instruments and controls with their functions.
Details the landing gear system, including its hydraulic operation, retraction, extension, and warning systems.
Describes seat construction, safety harness fastening, rear seat folding, and adjustable backrest features.
Mentions the location and accessibility of the two baggage compartments.
Explains the operation and locking mechanisms of the front canopy and rear door, including heating and ventilation.
Covers engine general specifications, displacement, power, and integrated engine parameters on the G1000 display.
Outlines the aircraft's 28 Volt DC electrical system, including power generation, storage, distribution, and consumers.
Describes the Pitot-static system, including pressure measurement, alternate static source, and Pitot probe heating.
Explains the lift detector's function, stall warning announcement, and heating for preventing icing.
Details the G1000 system, its components (PFD, MFD, AHRS, ADC), and avionics functions.
Explains the structural temperature indicator for landing gear bays and its relation to zero fuel mass limits.
Introduces manufacturer's recommended procedures for ground handling and servicing.
Lists scheduled inspection intervals (hours, annual) and non-recurring engine inspections.
States that alterations and repairs must follow the Airplane Maintenance Manual and be done by authorized personnel.
Covers servicing procedures including refueling, engine oil level check, and gearbox oil level check.
Provides guidelines for ground handling, pushing/pulling the airplane, and using steering/tow bars.
Details cleaning procedures for painted surfaces, canopy, rear door, propeller, engine, and interior.
Lists approved de-icing fluids and procedures for removing snow and applying de-icing fluid.
Introduces Chapter 9, which contains information on additional optional equipment for the DA 42.
Lists available supplements, their revision numbers, dates, and applicability.
Lists effective pages for Supplement A13, including chapter, page, and date of revision.
Lists the table of contents for Supplement A13.
Provides general information about the KAP 140 Autopilot System supplement.
Details limitations for the KAP 140 Autopilot System, including use restrictions and maximum speeds.
Covers emergency procedures related to autopilot malfunctions, such as AP TRIM FAIL and other emergencies.
Outlines normal operating procedures for the KAP 140 autopilot, including preflight tests and altitude references.
Describes abnormal operating procedures for the autopilot system, such as pitch/roll axis failures and flashing annunciations.
States that there is no change in performance due to the autopilot system.
Notes that changes in empty mass and CG due to autopilot installation must be recorded.
Details the G1000 system and its warning, caution, and advisory messages related to the autopilot.
Indicates no change in airplane handling, care, or maintenance due to the autopilot.
Lists revisions made to Supplement S03, including dates and approval notes.
Provides a list of effective pages within Supplement S03, organized by chapter.
Introduces the ice protection system and its optional installation.
Details operating limitations in icing conditions, including meteorological conditions and airspeed restrictions.
Covers operation in icing conditions, including general requirements, temperature limitations, and take-off prohibitions.
