Diamond Star DA40 G-ZANY

Altair Aviation Ltd provides a
Diamond Star DA40 D
G-ZANY
based at
Stapleford Aerodrome, Essex, UK.

Ideal for IR(R) or CBIR Training

G-ZANY uses Jet A-1 fuel and features the following impressive IFR specification:

  • Twin Garmin GTN 650Xi
  • Aspen EFD  2000 PRO MAX units with:
    • GPS, VOR, ADF, DME indications
    • Backup reversionary mode
    • Terrain Warning System
    • Synthetic Vision
    • Angle of Attack indicator
  • Garmin 345 Audio Panel
  • Garmin 330 Mode S Transponder
  • VOR, ADF, DME
  • Standby analogue ASI and altimeter
  • Autopilot with altitude pre-select
  • WX-500 Stormscope
  • Long range fuel tanks
  • Certified USB-A outlets for tablets/mobile phone
  • Full leather seating
  • Baggage extension
  • 125kts cruise speed
  • SkyEcho traffic system

This wide range of instruments makes this aircraft ideal for IR(R) or CBIR training. We also have an instructor and examiner available within the team should you wish to explore this route.

Differences training is available in the DA40 at Stapleford – having an instructor in the group ensures the process is a simple conversion from conventional aircraft.

The aircraft has excellent availability in the region of 80% with an online booking system and we operate a no capital/non-equity group share arrangement.

For further details please contact DA40GZANY@gmail.com


How to find us

Via NATS navigate to NATS AIP, click the Online Version of the Current AIP, select AD 2 Aerodromes, then select EGSG Stapleford. As you are no doubt aware, we cannot provide a direct link as this site changes dynamically.

Via more landlubberly methods, the address of Stapleford Aerodrome is: Stapleford Aerodrome, Abridge, Romford RM4 1SJ, and the entrance to Stapleford Aerodome in What3Words is: cult.pilots.varieties

Though unlikely to be useful, but perhaps a little fun, the exact W3W location Zany resides is: reply.split.stuck – don’t forget to turn on satellite view so you can see Zany’s parking spot. Chances are Zany isn’t there in the image and was out on a mission when this image was taken.


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