2007 Diamond DA40XLSingle-Engine Piston Aircraft • OH, USA

This 2007 Diamond DA40XL, registered as N72MZ, presents as a well-equipped IFR training and personal aircraft with 2,853 hours total time on the airframe. It is powered by an engine with 1,180 hours since new and a three-blade propeller with only 25 hours. The aircraft has a useful load of 880 pounds, a reported cruise speed of 148 knots, and a fuel burn of 9 gallons per hour, supported by extended-range fuel tanks holding 50 gallons. Its avionics suite is centered on a Garmin G1000 system with a GDU 1040 primary flight display and includes a GFC 700 digital autopilot with flight director, a Garmin TAWS-B terrain awareness system, and an...

Year: 2007

Make: Diamond

Series: DA40

Model: DA40XL

Tail #: N72MZ

Serial #: 40.716

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Specifications

Category: Single-Engine Piston

Intended Use: Training

Flight Rules: IFR

Useful Load: 880 lbs

Hours, Logs & Inspections

Total Time: 2,853 hrs

Engine 1 Time: 1,180 hrs

Prop 1 Time: 25 hrs

Logbook Status: Complete Log Books

Inspection Status: Annual Due: 2/2027, IFR Cert. Due: 9/2027

Avionics

Traffic

Avidyne TAS 600 - TAS Active Traffic System

Audio

Garmin Audio Panel - 4 Place Built Intercom

GPS

Garmin FliteCharts (subscription required)

PFD

Garmin GDU 1040 - Inch Primary Flight Display (PFD), Wide Horizon, Three-Axis Flight Dynamics, Air Speed, Altitude, Vertical Speed, Horizontal Situation Indicator (HSI) with 350-Degree and Arc Modes

Garmin GFC 700 - GFC Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS) including 2-axis digital autopilot with Flight Director

Weather

Garmin TAWS-B - TAWS-B Terrain Awareness System

MFD

Garmin GDU 1040 - GDU MFD

EMS

Garmin GEA 71 - Airframe/Engine Interface Unit

Comms

Garmin GIA 63 - Integrated VHF/COM/NAV/GPS

Additional Equipment

Standby Instrumentation

Centrally Located Standby Instrumentation including Electric Attitude Indicator, Airspeed Indicator, Magnetic Direction Indicator

Lighting

High Intensity Discharging Landing and Taxi Lights

Exhaust System

Powerflow Exhaust

Fuel System

Extended Range Fuel Tanks (50 Gallons)

Flap System

Electronically Adjustable Flaps

Trim System

Electric Trim

Rudder System

Electrically Operated Rudder Pedals

Baggage

4 Way Baggage Compartment

Spinner

Painted Spinner

Interior & Exterior

Interior Notes: The interior of N72MZ remains as a shining example of Diamond's durability. This interior is completely functional and serviceable, offering a durable environment well suited for training use. From a practical standpoint, the lighter, retro tones make wear easy to monitor and help keep the cabin bright, which is beneficial in a high-utilization training aircraft. More importantly, this interior underscores what the DA40 does best: it prioritizes function, reliability, and affordability over luxury. For a buyer focused on value, flight time, and operational efficiency rather than cosmetic refinement, this interior delivers exactly what a dependable trainer should—honest, utilitarian, and ready to fly.

Exterior Notes: The exterior of N72MZ features a clean, understated white paint scheme accented by light blue striped decals, giving the aircraft a classic yet modern appearance. The light blue striping adds a touch of color and visual movement while maintaining a professional, trainer-friendly aesthetic that appeals to both flight schools and private owners.