Any Diamonds for rent in Nor-Cal??

[Irish_Armada]

I've been trying to find a DA-20 or DA-40 for rent near (or somewhat near) the Sacramento area as it's ultimately the plane I want to fly once I'm a PP. They are apparently rare though as I'm having trouble finding any. The closest I imagine is a couple of DA-20's out of Placerville (PVF), but that airport is at about 2,600 feet at the base of the Sierra's and I'm not necessarily thrilled to be flying out of there in the summer with me and a passenger (as I'm about 6'5" 215lbs -- yes I fit in the DA20s). Anyone rent Diamonds in Nor-Cal of know of any? Even Bay Area? Thanks.

 

[MAKG1]

I think West Valley in Palo Alto and San Carlos has a couple.

But I'd suggest rethinking Placerville. 2600 feet isn't that bad. It may be uncomfortable due to the heat in summer, but you'll be a private pilot before then, won't you? It's really nice this time of year.

You don't necessarily have to train in what you will eventually fly. You may change your mind, and transitions generally take less than a few hours. Some transitions, much less. 172s are a lot easier to find.