The story
The Diamond Katana brought sailplane genes to flight training — composite curves, a bubble canopy, and sips of fuel. The modern flight line staple's little ancestor.
Fun fact
The Katana grew out of Diamond's Dimona motor glider, which is why its long, slender wing looks borrowed from a sailplane.
Quick answers
How do you identify a DA20 / DV20 Katana?
Low-wing two-seater with a long, slender wing, a big bubble canopy and a T-tail on a slim tail boom.
How many passengers does the DA20 / DV20 Katana carry?
Up to 1. A typical layout is side-by-side 2-seat.
When did the DA20 / DV20 Katana first fly?
Its first flight was in 1991.
How many DA20 / DV20 Katanas have been built?
1,000+ built.
How rare is a DA20 / DV20 Katana in Bogey?
COMMON. Everyday traffic. You will catch plenty of these, and every first catch still counts. Your first DA20 / DV20 Katana catch is worth 25 points.
