Diamond Aircraft recently celebrated the handover of the first DA40 aircraft to Sama Aviation, based in the UAE’s Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. Sales Manager Christian Schmid handed over the four-seater, single-engine piston aircraft to Sama Aviation’s team at Diamond’s Austrian headquarters on Monday.
Sama Aviation, an offshoot of the popular and long-established Jazirah Aviation Club, will use the aircraft to train ab-initio pilots as part of its newly established PPL programme. The Jazirah Aviation Club school already offers complete training programmes for Light Sport Aircraft in the UAE, approved by the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA).
“Sama Aviation is thrilled to add the DA40 to our fleet. This aircraft represents a significant step in our commitment to providing top-tier training and a modern flying experience for our students,” said Dania Alaker, Marketing Manager at Jazirah Aviation Club. “We appreciate the professionalism and support of Diamond Aircraft throughout the acquisition process and look forward to a successful partnership.”
The Diamond DA40 series is a leading choice for flight schools worldwide. The air-conditioned DA40 NG handed over to Sama Aviation features a 168hp Austro Engine AE300 turbocharged diesel engine and an ECU single lever control system for ease of operation. The aircraft runs on Jet A-1, making it cost-efficient and sustainable.
“We are proud to welcome Sama Aviation to the Diamond Aircraft family and are sure their students and instructors will love the easy handling, versatility, and performance that comes with the DA40,” said Christian Schmid. “We are also delighted to celebrate yet another new Diamond in the Middle East region, where demand for our aircraft is growing rapidly.”
The purchase of the DA40 by Sama Aviation was made possible by Diamond Aircraft’s regional sales partner, Aviation Home Qatar. The aircraft is scheduled to be in operation at the school by the end of the year.
