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Purchase price is only one part of the decision. Figures are indicative estimates at the typical market year for each model.

Decision factor	Extra Aircraft Extra 330LXView aircraft profile	American Champion Super DecathlonView aircraft profile	Diamond DA20-C1View aircraft profile
Typical market year	2025	2025	2025
Estimated purchase	€500k	€330k	€349k
Annual cash cost at 80 h	€46k	€31k	€25k
Five-year cash outlay	€729k	€485k	€475k
Cruise speed	170 kt	128 kt	130 kt
Advertised range	500 nm	470 nm	532 nm
Seats	2	2	2
Realistic payload	157 kg	185 kg	213 kg
Runway need	350 m	360 m	500 m
Data confidence	Preliminary — verify source data before deciding	Preliminary — verify source data before deciding	Normalized for direct comparison
Main trade-off	World-class aerobatic performance, but high fuel burn, limited baggage and specialized inspection make it a narrow-purpose aircraft.	A capable and durable aerobatic trainer, but baggage, range and everyday travel comfort are limited.	Efficient and pleasant to fly, but two seats, limited baggage and no instrument-weather flexibility constrain travel missions.

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