Conrad Hatcher, Author at Skies Mag

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Diamond Aircraft’s DA40 NG combines the familiar DA40 airframe with the innovative Austro AE 300 diesel engine. Diamond Photo

General April 15, 2020 The Next Generation: Diamond DA40 NG’s versatility leaves a strong impression

The Diamond DA40 NG, powered by the fuel-sipping AE300 diesel engine and featuring the capable Garmin G1000 NXi avionics package, makes a powerful impression with flying schools and private pilots alike.

Aerodynamics meets hydronamics -- the Kodiak seems ready to leap into the air courtesy of its super efficient Aerocet 6650 composite floats. Eric Dumigan Photo

General February 21, 2020 Daher Kodiak 100: Stylish versatility

Daher’s Kodiak 100 on amphibious floats offers ramp appeal in spades while delivering on the capabilities of a traditional bushplane.

Piper's M600 shares the same basic fuselage as the earlier M Class models. However, closer examination reveals a thicker, more aerodynamically clean wing. Likewise, an improved empennage allows for better handling and boosts the aircraft's maximum speed to 250 knots indicated airspeed (KIAS). Piper Aircraft Photo

General August 30, 2019 Capable contender: Flying the Piper M600

With the M600, Piper delivers significant performance improvements over its previous Meridian line.