rhys 0 #1 January 7, 2007 Hi, I am trying to gain information on the average running cost of a Cessna 182 and a turbo charged or turbine 206 per lift to flight level 120 (including the maintanence). We are paying (FAR) too much for lease at the moment and want to look at purchasing the correct aircraft. We are leasing a 182 and are looking at a 206 with the intention of upgrading the engine to a Centurion 4.0 in a year or so. We are situated in Africa and things cost more here but just to get an idea of the differences I would be interested to see what people pay around the world? If you don't want to tell the world feel free to PM me. Thanks in advance for any replies."When the power of love overcomes the love of power, then the world will see peace." - 'Jimi' Hendrix Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CSpenceFLY 1 #2 January 7, 2007 You will not want a turbo charged piston engine to use as a jump plane.You will not be able to keep cylinders on it.As far as the turbine 206 goes,why would you put that much money in a small single engine aircraft?Not knocking you just curious. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rhys 0 #3 January 8, 2007 The turbo 206's have worked well at previous dropzones I have worked at (the continental ones not the lycoming ones!) and I have heard of quite a few turbine 206's and 207's. Jet A1 is cheaper! and most importantly constantly available in Africa. The initial purchase price is less of a concern than running cost. As stated we would be looking at repowering the aircraft with a Mercedes Benz Centurion 4.0 (300hp piston Diesel/Jet A1 engine) in a year or so. We need 'power' because our dropzone is already 2760 ft above sea level! any othe suggestions on aircraft?"When the power of love overcomes the love of power, then the world will see peace." - 'Jimi' Hendrix Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Travman 6 #4 January 8, 2007 The PAC 750 XL is a great plane if you want power, but probably too big for what you want. Maybe a cresco (10 place) would be good. http://www.aerospace.co.nz/index.cfm?pageID=4 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rhys 0 #5 January 8, 2007 I have done 1000's of jumps from a cresco, great plane for a medium-large dropzone. a little out of our leauge right now at NZ$1.2 million dollars. I think a second hand 206 with grunt would be more appropriate!"When the power of love overcomes the love of power, then the world will see peace." - 'Jimi' Hendrix Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RMURRAY 1 #6 January 8, 2007 QuoteThe turbo 206's have worked well at previous dropzones I have worked at (the continental ones not the lycoming ones!) and I have heard of quite a few turbine 206's and 207's. Jet A1 is cheaper! and most importantly constantly available in Africa. The initial purchase price is less of a concern than running cost. As stated we would be looking at repowering the aircraft with a Mercedes Benz Centurion 4.0 (300hp piston Diesel/Jet A1 engine) in a year or so. We need 'power' because our dropzone is already 2760 ft above sea level! any othe suggestions on aircraft? have you made inquires about the Centurion 4.0? will it be available for retrofit into a 206 that soon? with 350HP it will turn a 206 into a decent jumpplane.... http://web.thielert.com/typo3/index.php?id=598&L=1 rm Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rhys 0 #7 January 8, 2007 the centurion 4.0 is due to be released in the very near future. We would wait a year after release to purchase one. we will see if there are any teething problems. mercedes benz don't piss around though so we can expect a very good motor and a turning point in light aircraft aviation! the smaller centurions have already paved the way for the future!"When the power of love overcomes the love of power, then the world will see peace." - 'Jimi' Hendrix Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
