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This. The factors - those other than the weather - are actually what make the forecast a show stopper for me. I like to always have "an out", and these factors + the forecast make this the kind "box" that end in mishaps. 1. A hard time line = reason to push your limits 2. Seeing a friend /...

Ted - Speaking to the 310 specifically, but should apply to more airplanes (differences between turbo / turbo normalizing not withstanding) - Does flying a Turbo 310 at (for example) 160 kts at 8000 ft burn more fuel than a NA 310 at the same speed / alt? My gut says the energy required is...

I have to jump in here - apologies. This is just bad information. Doug, I think someone has led you astray. What is your definition of "flys like a dog"? My experience is in both C-130s and Beech 200 King Airs. I flew both - as a line pilot and Instructor / Check Airman with over 1000 hours in...

"... Fighter aircraft are dangerous, far more so than the spam cans we all fly around..." That is just silly. :nono: Fighter aircraft are NOT dangerous. They are FAR safer than GA aircraft. They have significant backup systems, robust ruggedization, and are designed for survival of both A/C...

So if the Lancair lands in the trees at, say 100 kts approach speed - it's dangerous... However in your Cessna 172, you go into the trees at 65 kts - and you hop out and head down the the pub? Drive your car into a tree at 74.9 MPH (65 Kts). Does the thought provide some perspective? The...

I'm ex-Mil too, and have spent some time looking at the Hi-Perf homebuilts. I've since become less enamored with them, mostly because of the small cockpits and the likelihood of me flying longer trips with more than one person. I kinda came away with the notion that alot of the issues came from...

I am loathe to get into this, but will to attempt to provide some truths to the GA public. I have worked with UAVs, primarily with the DoD side of the house for almost seven years. I am now a retired Naval Aviator, and have made my living as a UAV consultant for the last three years. I won't...

Is something going to happen in six months?

As I am seriously considering purchasing an airplane for business / personal use, I've now been reading about 100LL fuel going away. This is a potential show-stopper for me. Fuel costs look to be a major portion of my budget. If prices go higher than current 100LL costs, or there are...

What seperates an alteration requiring FAA approval from just owner upgrades? I'm really curious about Avionics upgrades / changes... Wouldn't think the FAA would let you do much without A/P doing the work or an STC - would they..?

Begs the question - do you now regret owning the Aztec and wish you had bought the 172? Did the Aztec provide more enjoyment and or capability than a 172? Realize, it's not linear. You don't get twice as much happiness for twice as much money in anything...

It may be presumptuous, but in my case he's spot on. I can't fathom the struggle here to define (pigeon hole) an airplane by cost or cost per hour. I understand the need from a corporate ownership criterea - they live by cost vs. profit. But that's not me. I too very much enjoy caring for my...

My experience with the King Air was that if you bought fuel, no fees were charged. 'Course that was a while back, and a MIL King Air so maybe things have changed... What kind of fee range is charged to park and get fuel / park overnight?

Wow. Does this happen to every post here? I really just wanted some up-to-date info on owning / flying 310s / 320s. Pros of owning, possible cons of Turbos, Auto pilots to avoid, etc... Please - keep that coming...:) But not from you Wayne. You might be the smartest guy in the world, but you...

Just WTF is that supposed to mean? It never ceases to amaze me. Every forum has a guy who looks for any posting to preach his sermon. Lucky me - you found me on my very first post! I guess it doesn't occur to you that everyone else either provides something postive, something constructive...

Thanks for the replys, guys. All good info. My target - 310-wise anyway - is about '66 to early 70's.. I think those are the "Q" versions. I like the swoopy tip tanks, but not necessarily the longer snout of the "R's"... shooting for under 4000TT, sub 750 SMO...ish. Under $80K...ish... All just...

This gets my vote. Either that or the right side of the A/C snagged something... But it looks higher than the brush right there. I've got a bit of time in King Airs... Done a lot of teaching in King Airs. He's moving pretty good there - there's nothing that as a pilot you could do to cause a...

New to this Forum, and glad to be here! I'm a former Navy / former Airline guy, ATP rating, with lots of multi time (C-130 / KingAir 200). Very little piston experience. Now in a position to consider an airplane purchase that will be 60% Biz use / 40% personal travel. I'm doing a bunch of...