Bush planes in this category include bush plane manufacturers such as Aeroporto and Pilatus and popular airplane manufacturers like Piper, Cessna, and Cirrus. Absolute love my Robertson kit. The Sportsman STOL kit was installed on Fish and Game's 1979 Cessna 185. Peterson and his wife, Jo, comprise the complete work force, thus ensuring high standards. E-mail the author at [emailprotected]. Bush planes are small rugged airplanes purpose-built for flying into remote and undeveloped locations around the globe where there are no regular commercial flight services or airports and runways. John Jewell Aircraft offers a 27 hp upgrade for Cessna 182 aircraft that, in my opinion,is one of the best-priced performers for the money. It's marketed by Stene of Polson, MT> Here is a link to an article on the Hawk XP: www.cessnaflyer.org/flighttraining/item/.e-r172k-hawk-xp.html . Charlie Siebel, a retired Cessna engineer, developed the Flight Bonus kit that is now sold by Horton STOLcraft in Wellington, Kansas. Also what wing tips are you guys using? Me encanta a tus videos. These backup systems ease the "what if" concerns if time is spent flying actual IFR. Thanks for the info. by rigpiggy Sat Nov 17, 2012 9:46 am, Post As Steve has mentioned, I should practice landings until I can hit 630' at full gross, but then the question of landing speed comes in. Inc. Post Office Box 190 Eatonville, Washington 98328 Telephone 888/255-6566 or 360/832-6566 Fax 360/832-6466 Web www.basinc-aeromod.com, Hooker Custom Harness 1322 South Harlem, Suite B Freeport, Illinois 61032 Telephone 815/233-5478 Fax 815/233-5479, Wag-Aero Inc. 1216 North Road Lyons, Wisconsin 53148 Telephone 800/558-6868 Fax 262/763-7595 Web www.wagaero.com, Cessna Pilots Association 3409 Corsair Circle Santa Maria, California 93455 Telephone 805/922-2580 Fax 805/922-7249 Web www.cessna.org, Minnesota Flyer magazine Richard Coffey Post Office Box 750 Sandstone, Minnesota 55072 Telephone 320/245-2111. Robertson STOL Kits GAMIjectors | 300 HP Super Skylane | Robertson STOL Kits | Instruments | Vortex Generators | Cessna 421/414 Winglets | Long Range Tanks | Turbo Carger Modifications R/STOL Hi-Lift Systems work full time at short, back-country airstrips or at the busiest metropolitan airports. You can add a couple of skis if you need to land on a glacier. You have to do these both at the same time as there are two configurations of Wing X. Moore traveled to El Dorado Airport to pick up his "new" airplane. The Helios Courier may be a relatively obscure aircraft compared to the more popular Cessna 208 or the de Havilland Canada bush planes. Just upgraded to a Pponk conversion which last week,has 45 more HP, currently I am in the break in process. C180, Maule are great airplanes and we use the heck out of them up here, but we are operating closer to standard conditions (cool temps and/or near sea level.) . 1 8.50-6 tire. In this video, we're flying again with Paul Duffy who has completed his private, upgraded to a Cessna 182, is looking for a recurrency flight, and is continu. Siebel, now deceased, advertised that his kit would increase the cruise speed of 1962 through 1982 airplanes from 12 to 18 knots, depending on the year model. Just to add another data point: I haven't noticed any difference in cruise speed since installing the Sportsman either. As you may have noticed from my previous article about the. After a few years I can do 45mph approach speeds when the airplane is light and there is no wind. More Info. Using current fuel prices of $1.64 for unleaded auto fuel and $2.50 for avgas, and assuming a 13-gallon-per-hour fuel burn, the cost of the STC would be recaptured in fewer than 20 hours of flight time. Short of that, the only way is to reduce the cost of fuel. The DHC-6 Twin Otter bears de Havilland Canadas hallmark of rugged reliability and longevity. It is commonly referred to as the sports utility of the air due to the rugged and beefy undercarriage capable of absorbing impacts from rocky and uneven runways. Thanks again! The high-mounted wings also make the bush plane easier to load from floating docks. The mods where installed by my mechanic in Costa Rica. Phillips 66 X/C 20W 50 Aviation oil review. At the newly approved GTOW the C-180 and 182 takeoff run time will be reduced by approx. "We do a lot of low level tracking of radio tagged animals and fish. For those who do not know -- the difference between a King Katmai and a Kenai is whether or not the plane includes the Wing-X STOL wing extensions, which add about 3' to the wingspan. Prior to the install it would do 145-148mph at 23 squares at 4000. Cessna also makes purpose-built freighter variants known as the 208B Cargomaster operated by FedEx. Required fields are marked *. Knots 2Us 182 flap gap kit lists for $425, with an estimated 7 hours installation. I am buying a 182 this summer and am thinking about an engine upgrade. Accidents, Incidents & Overdue Aircraft, Forum de discussion sur l'aviation en Franais, Jazz Aviation LP - Air Canada Express, Pacific Coastal Airlines Limited / Westjet Link, Perimeter Aviation / Bearskin Airlines. I recommend you the Pponk upgrade, same cost as aO470 Reman and more power and longer TBO. 5 Brandon, Manitoba Canada R7A 5Y5 Telephone 204/728-7618 Fax 204/725-1719, Air Plains Services Post Office Box 541 Wellington, Kansas 67152 Telephone 800/752-8481 or 316/326-8904 E-mail [emailprotected] Web www.airplains.com, Consolidated Fuel Systems Inc. 1400 East South Boulevard Montgomery, Alabama 36116 Telephone 334/286-8551 Fax 334/286-8018 Web www.kellyaerospace.com, John Jewell Aircraft Inc. Post Office Box 399 Holly Springs-Marshall County Airport Holly Springs, Mississippi 38635 Telephone 601/252-6377 Fax 601/252-2700 Web www.johnjewellaircraft.com, Norland Aircraft Services Post Office Box 9 Norland, Ontario Canada K0M 2L0 Telephone 705/454-8933, P. 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Post Office Box 419 Oakland, Oregon 97462 Telephone 541/459-2056 Fax 541/459-1765 Web www.monarch-air.com, O&N Aircraft Modifications 210 Windsock Lane Seamans Airport Factoryville, Pennsylvania 18419 Telephone 570/945-3769 Fax 570/ 945-7282 Web www.onaircraft.com, Shadin Company Inc. 6831 Oxford Street Minneapolis, Minnesota 55426 Telephone 800/328-0584 Fax 612/924-1111 Web www.shadin.com, Air Research Technology Inc. 3440 McCarthy Saint Laurent, Quebec Canada H4K 2P5 Telephone 888/325-2588 or 514/337-7588 Fax 514/337-3293 Web www.wingxstol.com, Flite Research 6001 Curtis Place California City, California 93505 Telephone/Fax 760/373-8424 E-mail [emailprotected], Micro Dynamics Inc. 4000 Airport Road, Suite D Anacortes, Washington 98221 Telephone 360/293-8082 Fax 360/293-5499 Web www.microaero.com/micro, Aircraft Belts Inc. 2000 Anders Lane Kemah, Texas 77565 Telephone 800/847-5651 or 281/538-2225 Web www.aircraftbelts.com, B.A.S. Yama I did fly my 182 with the Horton before and after VGs, you can tell the difference if you slow it down, at landing you get more elevator authority at slower speeds, I used to ran out of elevator at the flare, and VGs helped, also they help with aileron authority at low speeds, much better and not mushy. STC? The Cessna 206H Stationair can be regarded as the workhorse of general aviation, and it can be found flying over large American towns or remote communities in the jungles of Indonesia. coming close to the runway). Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association Find it free on the store. Most (if not all) Cessna aircraft are known as solid, proven airframes. The Airglas Nose Fork requires a Cleveland 40-76a wheel which is included in our off airport setup kit. MT propeller very easy to repair, you just need some epoxy. Hi Larry, Added new article from Ravi Fry The WingX is for a factory leading edge. Commercially produced bush planes: also referred to as ultralights, these are factory-built airplanes specifically produced to fall within a specific speed and weight segment. So it leaves me confused with a predictable way to really gauge whether I am approaching a limit on landing. There seem to be a lot of 206 pilots on the channel. For me this is a must and the first mod to do. Do you Need a Pilots License to Fly an Ultralight? The Super Cub may be one of the smallest bush planes, but it has a knack of landing in places where larger and more powerful planes dare not. Airplane shoppers interested in buying one of Peterson's creations will have to get in line for delivery, since the demand for airplanes that Peterson has bought, inspected, refurbished, and modified to full 260SE/STOL status is growing. This is a huge upgrade for my flying, finally I have gauges I can trust, now it show exactly how much fuel I have in my fuel tanks, this senders are new technology and they are reliable and accurate. Both Horton STOL Craft, in Wellington, Kansas, and Flite Research, of California City, California, have STCed kits that will improve the slow-flight characteristics and allow slower approaches. Kits are available with a camber lift wing that is a favorite of bush pilots and floatplane pilots. by Lost Lake Tue Jan 01, 2013 9:49 am, Return to Bush Flying & Specialty Air Service, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited. I just bought a 182p a few months ago. Cessna 182 Cowl Body Fairing Kit. It is available in a single or twin-engine configuration, depending on the operator. Obtaining a partner in the airplane is one way. Another 752 have been manufactured since Cessna resumed production in 1998. Both of these kits are effective, relatively easy to install, and inexpensive. The Hangar.Flights editorial team consists of pilots, aviation enthusiasts, and freelance writers. Aircraft with large low-pressure tires are suitable for landing on rough terrains like the Tundra or gravel runways. I have not done one but I have heard very good things about McCall Mountain Canyon Flying. I,m still 10 months away from anual so it will be a while. The wings are rigged to factory setup currently. Have you modified your aircraft? This system is more expensive than the other kits but has the potential to do more. Original color was orange and white, old 1970s scheme. Added safety with a power off stall speed of 40mph, much shorter take offs and landings, better glide, and a lot more fun to fly. Ever since Piper introduced the Cub, the iconic yellow taildragger has stolen the hearts of many pilots. Piston engines: most bush planes are equipped with piston engines which are easier to maintain in remote areas lacking ground infrastructure and standard maintenance tools. Siebel, now deceased, advertised that his kit would increase the cruise speed of 1962 through 1982 airplanes from 12 to 18 knots, depending on the year model. Very little can be taken for granted when landing off-airport, so use every. This part of the kit was so successful, Cessna added this cuff starting in 1972 with the 182P model up and through today with the 182T. Adding redundancy is another way to increase safety and reliability. Instead, it features two more durable main wheels and a tailwheel design. Same here, no change in cruise after sportsman. AFAIK, everything else is configurable. The Cessna 208 Caravan is one of the largest bush planes in production, and it is highly coveted among bush charter operators. Current tires are 8.50sx6 in the mains and 7.006 in the nose by 182-SS Wed Nov 21, 2012 2:09 pm, Post My stall warning also comes off early , like at 55 to 60, and stalls at 40. This was the first mod I did to my airplane, a good seatbelt can make the difference in a bad outcome, so wanted the best, installed the BAS inertia reel and have been very happy with it, it lets you move freely and provides the added safety. They are then bought and modified into bush planes by their owners. In 1970 Cessna increased the maximum gross weight of the 182 to 2,950 pounds, although the landing weight remained at 2,800 pounds until 1972, when the landing weight was also increased to 2,950 pounds with the change to a tubular-style main landing gear. Learn more, Cessna Flyer Association1042 N Mountain Ave Suite B #337Upland, CA91786Phone: 626-844-0125, Cessna Flyer Association 2004-2022 All Rights Reserved. These include: The G-21 Goose is a pioneering amphibious bush plane initially designed as a luxury commuter aircraft for the wealthy. During the Vietnam War, scores of PC-6 Porters operated hundreds of clandestine missions delivering troops and supplies to remote, high-altitude bases located on unprepared airstrips in the hot jungles of Southeast Asia. The Airplane of the Week this week is the Cessna 182 Skylane, in particular, one with the Cessna 182 STOL kit. Pretty much all STOL mods are going to result in you losing airspeed. behavior is apparent. I just look at the AoA, if you are interested in buying one, let me know, I am dealer and can get you a discount, please if interested send me an e mail to motoadve@gmail.com. Tip 2: Final Approach Airspeed. No matter when or where you read it, it'll put you in a Skylane frame of mind. USA (305) 753-5572 . During a calm morning last spring, Dick Bicknell and I flew his Flight Bonus-equipped 1980 Cessna 182Q to determine the airplane's maximum speed. In general, the readings won't vary much within a 10 degree variance in alignment. This will bring up every STC that's ever been approved for the 182. By this law, removing the 230-hp engine and installing a 300-hp engine (a 24-percent power increase) could increase the maximum speed by 9 percent. The aircraft features a taildragger undercarriage design that is an essential element for successful bush planes. I believe the best STOL kit is the Sportsman STOL which includes gap seals, a drooped leading edge cuff and wing tips. I installed the Sportsman on my 170 several years ago and on my 180 a couple of years ago. All rights reserved. STCs also allow owners to expand the operating envelope, add capabilities, and modernize their beloved 182s. This forum has been developed to discuss Bush Flying & Specialty Air Service topics. Learn how your comment data is processed. AOPA members considering this should realize that there are some struggles with going the auto fuel route, including the need for using leaded avgas during certain operations; the hassle, liability, and danger of transporting, handling, and loading auto fuel; the restrictions some airports impose on auto fuel users; and the limitations of the fuel. I just finished installing the Sportsman on a 182A. by black hole Fri Nov 16, 2012 5:51 pm, Post SloRoam, Sep 8, 2021 #7 The Washington-based manufacturer CubCrafters built the XCub as a successor to the highly successful Carbon Cub. A recent inventory shows that 12,874 182s are currently registered in the United States. You are going to like your HUD, eyes out of the cockpit for landing. In a Cessna 182 its loosing this amount of weight does make a difference in the elevator forces Because of its light weight there is a quicker throttle response, great for windy landings, backcountry operations, short fields. Hello! I've done a fair bit of research, and it seems the ART Wing extensions give the best bang for the buck. New in the box. After starting out as a business only rebuilding and modifying existing Cubs, the company later moved to building and certifying its own aircraft. Did you ever fly your plane with Horton STOL before it had VGs? For the backcountry the added braking power and reliability of the Cleveland brake and wheel kit its also a must. Install the Wing X extensions and Sportsman STOL these are the best combination I found and I saw genuine preformance improvements across the board with no loss of air speed. I don't see the same unanimity in comments on STOL kits. It can land within 427 feet (130 m) of an airstrip, and it can take off within a distance of 640 feet (195 m), and there is more. Distance to clear 50': 920'. Yes Robert I installed a heavy duty nose fork , and a 700 x 6 tire on the nose. Itll be short But Ill make it as sweet as I can. High-mounted wings: A good bush plane requirement is wings mounted on the fuselage roof. The camber lift had almost the exact same profile as the Horton STOL leading edge cuff, so it's really not a dramatic difference. Forgot your password? Low-pressure tires are also excellent for operating on rough runways in the African bush. I heard many pilots say that their VGs didnt do anything for their airplane, I say you didnt fly it slow enough to feel the difference it makes, go slow it down and you will be surprised. We offer full parts, service, installation kits and support for the following Cessna aircraft models: Series 10 and 12: 150 / 152 172 180 / 182 185 Series 12 / 13 / 15 and 79: 206 / 207 / T207 210 / T210 / P210 Please download our PDF brochure for detailed performance and design information. Learn more about Mailchimp's privacy practices here. The tailwheel conversion was paired with the Bush STOL kit. Texas Skyways in Boerne, Texas; Air Plains Services of Wellington, Kansas; and John Jewell Aircraft Inc., of Holly Springs, Mississippi, all have STCs to install 300-hp IO-520 and -550 engines. Piggy, you and dyslexia got me all excited for a moment. My dad has a C210 and we fly around together quite a bit. The aircraft also has tail handles (B.A.S., Inc.) which slide out of the fuselage, making it easier to move the plane around. Kevin Moore, AOPA 968424, shopped around for a new airplane before he finally bought a highly modified Cessna 182. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2022 MEDIA STEW LLC, Our website uses cookies to improve your experience. If you need more fuel capacity, then Monarch; Flint Aero, of El Cajon, California; and O&N Aircraft, of Factoryville, Pennsylvania, sell kits that can increase the fuel system capacity. Consolidated Fuel Systems, a division of Kelly Aerospace, in Montgomery, Alabama, has bought the old Rajay turbocharger installations that, according to the original STC, can be installed on any of the carbureted O-470-series-engines in 182s. Any of these devices that aid control of the airplane at low airspeeds also contributes to survivability in the event of an off-airport landing. In the northern reaches of Minnesota, where bush flying is as tough as Alaska minus the mountains, A bush pilot's memoir of his adventures in the late 1960's and early 70's detail a career, An opportunity seized to try what many would call the ultimate 2-seat bushplane: the Aviat Husky A-1C, 1.14.2014 - Initial article format In the second part of this series, we cover operations on skis, and the unique challenges. For information about our privacy practices, please visit our website. Find the best new and used aircraft for sale such as business jets, helicopters, Experimental, Warbirds and more. William I think the Peterson 182 should perform better than my airplane, they can fly at a flatter angle than mine, I have talked to a pilot who owns one but he never does backcountry flying with it so we could not compare, Having said that , I have seen Todd Peterson videos of the backcountry and we approach at the same speeds to the same strips, mine is even slower some times, I try to keep it very light weight. But, I wanted to highlight an airplane really quick before the day ends. This kit consists of a drooped wing leading edge, stall fences, and changes to the aileron control system that cause the ailerons to droop as the flaps extend, to further add lift at low speeds. Horton, Inc. is in the flap gap business, too and will sell you a set for $220. I actually did the ISHAM upgrade this fall and then took my first cross country trip from Minneapolis to Portland, Oregon for Thanksgiving. For people who prefer to buy the aircraft as a kit to assemblethemselves, CubCrafters offers the Carbon Cub EX, a kit version of the Carbon Cub SS. by bring me the horizon Mon Nov 19, 2012 8:31 am, Post Is that speed airspeed, based on your pitot system? The AOA meter is sometimes confusing. Despite this, it wasn't until a couple of years ago that Corey became serious about flying. Our hope is that you will follow our site, read these heartfelt articles and continue to become the safest, most proficient pilot possible. High quality Filmed from inside the cockpit, outside views, and ground views, giving a wide variety. Moderators: Sulako, North Shore, sky's the limit, sepia, Rudder Bug, Post STOL Kit? Look at the things this airplane does well it is comfortable and stable, it is a true four-place airplane, it is a rock-solid instrument platform, its takeoff and landing capabilities are almost STOL-like, and it is dependable because of its simple systems. This is not every time. Bush planes are the 21st century equivalent of the covered wagon, steam locomotive, and pony express all rolled into one. The FAA Web page offers some options that may help those who seek information on dormant STCs. by Castorero Sun Dec 30, 2012 11:53 am, Post The P-ponk o-470 conversion is pretty good too. And it can be rigged with floats or skis for water landings and snowy/icy terrain. Over the years, Cessna made dozens of model improvements including the Garmin G1000 flat-panel displayintroduced on the 2006 182T model. This book is available through Sporty's Pilot Shop at 800/SPORTYS. Wow. Lori MacNichol has been teaching mountain flying for a couple of decades and runs a good school. The major portion of these STOL kits is the leading edge cuff and in later years, Cessna updated their wing profile to add their own cuff that I think they called the "camber lift" starting in the early 70s. Drag is also reduced by re-accelerating the exiting air from the cowling and helping it attach back to the. Links to additional information about Cessna 182 modifications, including contact information for companies mentioned in this article, may be found on AOPA Online ( www.aopa.org/pilot/links/links0012.shtml). Fighter jets are among the most expensive tools of war due to their cutting-edge technology, including the most advanced avionics and jet propulsion systems in the aviation industry. Peterson says he's having a lot of fun because he believes in his product and is confident that the 260SE is a very safe airplane. DHC-2 Beavers undercarriage can be fitted with wheels, skis, or floats to suit changing weather conditions. However, the plane was successfully modified for military use during World War 2, and eventually, as a bush plane. Taildragger landing gear: a typical bush plane lacks a nosewheel. The regular wing width and the sportsman wing width. In other words, the holder of the STC isn't active so information related to the STC may be unavailable from the holder. really dont want to lose any airspeed but I guess to gain on the low end its almost inevitable we lose some on the high end. What are the negatives on the VGs? Monarch also sells rigid tanks that replace the fuel bladders. Most 182 owners are familiar with the more common modifications such as speed mods, STOL kits, and engine horsepower upgrades, but how many know of an STC to install floats, or of one to install a large observer window in the left side of the fuselage? Loose 16 pounds on the nose in case of the Hartzell Prop I replaced. Its an awesome improvement to the airplane. The DHC-2 Beaver is a perennial favorite of Canadas bush pilots due to its enormous load-hauling capacity, gutsy performance, and impressive STOL capabilities. Today, there's a solution. The Skylane was introduced in 1956 and is still in production today. A bush plane can be equipped with floats to land on rivers, lakes, or beaches. Have you looked at GPS, before and after to verify speeds? by CamAero Sat Nov 17, 2012 3:10 pm, Post ), www.cessnaflyer.org/flighttraining/item/e-r172k-hawk-xp.html. And is he smiling. No I would not change the place where I put my HUD, it is perfect, doesnt block anything and easy to see. -Yama. The 182 is no exception. Currently installing a Sportsman STOL kit on my 182-K and curious if any of you are also flying with VG's? The DHC-2 Beaver is the muscle plane of the skies. I appreciate your comment on the VG's. Are you sure that the ground roll and distance to clear fifty feet are to be added? Nate. If you were to do it again would you put your HUD in the same place or would you move it left or right of where it currently is? Really quick before the day ends low airspeeds also contributes to survivability in the African bush when... 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