Diamond DA40 NG
Garmin G1000 NXi · 168 ktas · Jet-A turbodiesel
The DA40 NG is the modern primary trainer of choice. Composite airframe, all-glass G1000 NXi panel, and an Austro AE 300 Jet-A turbodiesel that burns 5 GPH and runs on the same fuel the airliners burn. Every CRAFT private and instrument student trains in one. The G1000 includes Synthetic Vision Technology (SVT) and the Garmin GTX 345 ADS-B system.
Diamond DA42-VI
G1000 NXi · 197 ktas · Twin AE 300 turbodiesels
The DA42-VI is the most modern multi-engine trainer in production. Twin Austro AE 300 turbodiesels, Garmin G1000 NXi avionics, and 197-knot cruise. CRAFT students earn their multi-engine rating in the same airframe regional and corporate operators are flying. Single-lever power management, FADEC engines, and a glass cockpit that translates directly to right-seat work.
Redbird AATD
$100/hr · FAA-approved AATD · Available to students & rated pilots
The same simulator the airlines use for currency and training. AATD-certified, configurable to G1000-equipped DA40NG. Two units in-house so you never wait for a slot. Approved for IFR training credit (50% of required IFR time can be accomplished in our Redbird). Real-world IMC scenarios, weather, emergencies. Scan technique that locks in before you ever burn AvGas.
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