Diamond Aircraft reintroduces DA20i Katana to European production

Back by popular demand, Diamond Aircraft announces the return of the iconic DA20i Katana to its European production line in Wiener Neustadt, Austria. The order books are officially open. Responding to a surge in demand from flight schools, flying clubs, and private owners, Diamond Aircraft is resuming production of the two-seater, single-engine piston aircraft—long celebrated for its performance, reliability, and training value.

Jane Wang, Director Sales, Marketing, and Flight Ops at Diamond Aircraft Austria commented: “We’re thrilled to bring the DA20i Katana back to Europe. This aircraft has always held a special place in the hearts of pilots and instructors, and with its new upgrades, it’s ready to inspire the next generation of aviators.”

The European-built DA20i Katana will feature a Rotax 912 iSc3 Sport engine, offering modern efficiency and performance. In a major upgrade from earlier models, the aircraft will also be equipped with the Garmin G500TXi glass cockpit, bringing advanced avionics and a touchscreen interface to the flight deck.

The G500TXi system delivers faster processing, intuitive navigation, and enhanced situational awareness through features such as synthetic vision, terrain awareness, and real-time traffic. These improvements translate to reduced pilot workload, a cleaner cockpit layout, and a more immersive flying experience.

Built on a proven composite airframe, the DA20 series continues to offer timeless engineering, structural durability, and decades of trusted performance. The new DA20i Katana blends tradition with innovation—making it an ideal choice for modern flight training and recreational flying.

While European production of the DA20 series was paused over a decade ago, manufacturing continued at Diamond Aircraft’s Canadian facilities with the DA20-C1 model, powered by a 125 hp Continental IO-240-B32B engine. Production of the DA20-C1 in Canada will continue unchanged.