@guyatgutib That is because it is not air conditioned and it was very hot that day. And when you are flying at say 5000 ft you dont need ac because the temperature drop is about 27 degrees Fahrenheit. So there is no need to add that extra weight for something you dont need. And extra weight is something you try to avoid because it means more fuel and less range.
@bojanglesme Since it is a homebuilt, it varies greatly, depending on the engine and avionics used. A basic build will probably run around 60-70k, but going with the fastbuild option (which includes prefabricated parts), a brand new engine, and a top-of-the-line avionics package could easily run 250k or more.
That is a good question and i hope this helps, the one big difference with XL versus the the smaller is not the head room. Its the shoulder to shoulder room,in other words you will still have the same leg and head room just you will be sat closer together that in it self is a fair trade off .Why would anyone sell it after so much effort My best guess is they either didn't have the time to dedicate to this project or they just found out they couldn't handle it.There is a large Leaning curve.
Two quick questions, is there a drawback about the velocity that i am not seeing? There seems to be a fair amount of low hour velocitys for sale. Why would someone put so much time and effort into a project and then sell it after one hundred hours or less? Number two, being 6 foot one, would I fit in the smaller velocity versus the XL? Thanks for anyones response.
@proptrader100 There are probably a couple of explanations. One, the person might not fly much. I fly about once a month for 2 hours or so, so that's only 24 hours a year. Second, maybe they enjoyed building more than flying, so once complete they didn't have much desire to keep the plane.
As for drawbacks, this plane is really designed for cross-country flying. It does not handle landing on grass strips very well, and needs a decent amount of runway. But it is incredibly efficient.
Is that an XL or SE? I am 6'1, 240 pounds and wonder if I would feel comfortable in it. I used to have a Mooney M20F but doubt if I would go that small again. I am looking for speed and efficiency that has 4 seats. Love the thought of a Rotary due to car gas, cheap overhaul and simplicity. What would you suggest? I have IFR ticket but not current and have not flown in 10-12 years. Looking to get back in it if Real Estate turns around.
@proptrader100 I test flew a XL RG at the factory last week , I'm 6' and closer to 280lbs (sadly) I found the aircraft comfortable and probably the smoothest airplane I had flown , we tested it in several ways , stalls were not an issue and if you apply power it will actually climb in the stalled condition. At 6500' we were getting GS of about 204Kts according to GPS and @ 500' above the ocean 192Kts all on 13.6 Gph (IO-550 running LOP)
Its all depending on horsepower, propeller pitch and landing gear selected. It seems the txl is the fastest and has more range then the others. this due to the fact that it has a Continental TSIO-550-C engineThe Continental C-model engine is twin turbo dual intercooled 310HP.
Question ... Why is it that the doors of the plane remains open while on taxi and immediately upon landing? I thought the plane is air-conditioned?
guyatgutib 1 month ago
@guyatgutib That is because it is not air conditioned and it was very hot that day. And when you are flying at say 5000 ft you dont need ac because the temperature drop is about 27 degrees Fahrenheit. So there is no need to add that extra weight for something you dont need. And extra weight is something you try to avoid because it means more fuel and less range.
giojoeg 1 month ago
how much is this aircraft ?
bojanglesme 4 months ago
@bojanglesme Since it is a homebuilt, it varies greatly, depending on the engine and avionics used. A basic build will probably run around 60-70k, but going with the fastbuild option (which includes prefabricated parts), a brand new engine, and a top-of-the-line avionics package could easily run 250k or more.
Phantom121904 4 months ago
I have time in the Velocity and long eze. Both are verry nice birds. They are very strealthy by nature.
onfinal69 6 months ago
That is a good question and i hope this helps, the one big difference with XL versus the the smaller is not the head room. Its the shoulder to shoulder room,in other words you will still have the same leg and head room just you will be sat closer together that in it self is a fair trade off .Why would anyone sell it after so much effort My best guess is they either didn't have the time to dedicate to this project or they just found out they couldn't handle it.There is a large Leaning curve.
giojoeg 10 months ago
Two quick questions, is there a drawback about the velocity that i am not seeing? There seems to be a fair amount of low hour velocitys for sale. Why would someone put so much time and effort into a project and then sell it after one hundred hours or less? Number two, being 6 foot one, would I fit in the smaller velocity versus the XL? Thanks for anyones response.
proptrader100 10 months ago
@proptrader100 There are probably a couple of explanations. One, the person might not fly much. I fly about once a month for 2 hours or so, so that's only 24 hours a year. Second, maybe they enjoyed building more than flying, so once complete they didn't have much desire to keep the plane.
As for drawbacks, this plane is really designed for cross-country flying. It does not handle landing on grass strips very well, and needs a decent amount of runway. But it is incredibly efficient.
Phantom121904 4 months ago
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proptrader100 10 months ago
Is that an XL or SE? I am 6'1, 240 pounds and wonder if I would feel comfortable in it. I used to have a Mooney M20F but doubt if I would go that small again. I am looking for speed and efficiency that has 4 seats. Love the thought of a Rotary due to car gas, cheap overhaul and simplicity. What would you suggest? I have IFR ticket but not current and have not flown in 10-12 years. Looking to get back in it if Real Estate turns around.
proptrader100 11 months ago
@proptrader100 I test flew a XL RG at the factory last week , I'm 6' and closer to 280lbs (sadly) I found the aircraft comfortable and probably the smoothest airplane I had flown , we tested it in several ways , stalls were not an issue and if you apply power it will actually climb in the stalled condition. At 6500' we were getting GS of about 204Kts according to GPS and @ 500' above the ocean 192Kts all on 13.6 Gph (IO-550 running LOP)
Smooth and responsive. Thats all I have to say
aussiecat08 10 months ago
what one is the best velocity? theres like 4 diffrent ones and what is the fastest one?
20stevieray 1 year ago
Its all depending on horsepower, propeller pitch and landing gear selected. It seems the txl is the fastest and has more range then the others. this due to the fact that it has a Continental TSIO-550-C engineThe Continental C-model engine is twin turbo dual intercooled 310HP.
giojoeg 1 year ago