2008 DIAMOND DA40-180

Piston Single-Engine

$340,000

Specifications

General

Year: 2008

Manufacturer: Diamond Aircraft Industries, Inc.

Model: DA-40 XLS

Serial Number: 40.975

Registration: #N908DS

Condition: Used

Flight Rules: IFR

Based at: KMGJ

Description

This 2008 Diamond DA40 XLS, N908DS, is an excellent example of Diamond’s popular four-seat single-engine aircraft, known for its safety, efficiency, and modern Garmin G1000 avionics.
Powered by the Lycoming IO-360-M1A (180 hp) with a Power Flow tuned exhaust, the aircraft delivers strong climb performance, outstanding fuel economy, and smooth flight characteristics.

With 3,241.3 hours total time (tach), this DA40 XLS has been well cared for and hangared, featuring extended range fuel tanks, active traffic, Synthetic Vision, and XM weather capability.
Ideal for both training and cross-country operations, N908DS combines exceptional visibility, advanced avionics, and the proven reliability of Diamond’s composite airframe design.

Additional Equipment

Cabin Cool Air Conditioning

Power Flow Tuned Exhaust

Extended Range Fuel Tanks (50 USG)

Synthetic Vision & Active Traffic

Complete Logs Available

Upgraded Starter and Fuel Pump

Airframe & History

Performance and Features

Cruise Speed: 147 knots TAS

Range: 720 NM

Fuel Burn: ~9 GPH

Service Ceiling: 16,400 ft

Rate of Climb: 940 fpm

Takeoff Distance (50 ft obstacle): 1,190 ft

Landing Distance (50 ft obstacle): 1,235 ft

Useful Load: ~900 lbs

Fuel Capacity: 50 US gal usable

Powerplant: 180 hp IO-360-M1A (Fuel Injected, 2000 hr TBO)

Avionics

Garmin G1000 Integrated Glass Cockpit (WAAS upgraded to v0.23)

Garmin GFC 700 Autopilot with Flight Director

Garmin Synthetic Vision Technology (SVT)

Garmin Active Traffic System (TAS)

Garmin XM Weather & Audio (GDL69A)

Dual Garmin GIA 63 NAV/COM/GPS modules

Garmin GDC 74A Air Data Computer

Garmin GRS 77 Attitude Heading Reference System

Garmin GMU 44 Magnetometer

Garmin GMA 1347 Audio Panel

Standby analog instruments (Airspeed, Altimeter, Attitude)

Garmin SafeTaxi and integrated engine monitoring

Engines & Props

Exterior

Color Scheme: Diamond White with Brown Striping

Condition: Excellent — polished and hangared finish

Paint: Original factory scheme with minimal wear

Interior

Seats: 4

Material: Premium Light Gray Leather

Condition: Excellent — clean, well maintained

Layout: Standard Diamond XLS configuration with ergonomic side-by-side seating

Performance Summary

MetricValue
Cruise Speed (Max)147 knots TAS
Range (Max)720 NM
Takeoff Distance1,190 ft
Landing Distance1,235 ft
Rate of Climb940 fpm
Service Ceiling16,400 ft
Fuel Capacity50 US gal usable
Useful Load~900 lbs
Payload (full fuel)~600 lbs
Total Max Power180 hp

Take Flight Aviation

49 Hangar Rd, Montgomery, NY 12549
Located at Orange County Airport (KMGJ)