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Cessna 180 Alaska Showcase | SUV Of The Sky
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- čas přidán 14. 08. 2024
- In this video, Will lands off-airport next to Knik Glacier on a remote Alaska bush strip, where he showcases his family's Cessna 180. He discusses what modifications he used to create a comfortable, high-performing aircraft for his family. Will reveals the personal history behind the aircraft, along with why the Cessna 180 is the perfect aircraft for a family.
Timecodes:
00:00 - Intro
00:15 - Aircraft History
00:51 - Family Usage
01:26 - Engine & Prop
02:32 - Bush Wheels & Cargo Pod
02:56 - Wing
05:51 - Beacon & Stabilizers
06:42 - Battery Mod
06:56 - Float Kit
09:01 - Flap Gap Seals
09:35 - Interior
10:15 - Doors
10:32 - Headliner
10:52 - Seats
11:56 - Panel
12:11 - Outro
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Amazing what a few years can do for video formats like this. 7 years ago, I tried making films like this. Canvased PALH for a few weeks and couldn't find one pilot that wanted a video tribute to their aircraft and lifestyle. It's like they were afraid the FAA would arrest them. Now, these formats are common, and I love it! Great work!
Dude that’s hilarious. I too have a hard time finding subjects. So far they have all been customers so I have an inside edge.
Nice Will, met you at the shooting strip in the AM last week.....
That was incredibly informative; I thought I caught an episode of skywagons university.
Totally. It’s nice to see someone who knows their plane.
Enjoyed the detail and time Will took describing his 180.
Glad you enjoyed it!
These videos are awesome!
Thanks Chris
Love this plane... Seats are smokin beautiful
Thanks
Nicely done Will, miss all of you! Can’t wait to have your family and airplane back here in Missouri. Seeing all the finished detailed work is impressive.
Tom, Thanks for commenting. I will pass this along to Will in case he doesn’t see it here
2:56 Did exactly the same wing mods on my 172 - love the combo of mods.
Gorgeous 180. Thanks for sharing! I own and fly a 1955 180 out of PAMR. It too has had several mods over the years and is currently getting a panel upgrade. These airplanes are worth the time and money we put into them.
I’ve gotten to fly one for about 12 hours it was fun I wish I could fly one again some day , nice 180 ,,
A beautiful airplane what a legacy she will be ! Thank you for sharing in this excellent video.
Glad you enjoyed it!
My Dream airplane! Currently 26 and bought a C150 to build my flight time in. But I will own a C180 like this one day!
Nice Trevor a 150 is perfect for time building
And don’t forget that the adventures you have in it are just as epic as a 180. They might be different, but just as great. Enjoy what you can do with what you have.
@@AKFamilywagon totally agree. especially when you pay the fuel bill.
The fuel pump ‘smile’ on the lower cowl is the easy 185 tell tale.
Nice job Will! Put the Wing-X on mine at last annual and am still learning all that it brings to the table.
Another very well done episode! Love this 180. Will has that one set up really nice. I'm going to feature your channel in a community post on ours. A lot of RC pilots love bush flying. (we do some cool RC bush flying vids too, lol)
Thank you. Let us know if there is anything we can do to help. We are new to all this
If you like the Cessna 180/185, the check out the Bushliner Cyclone 1850. If you’re going to retrofit avionics in your 180, check out their NextGen panel+frame system.
Where could we see one of those in person?
@AirplanesInTheWild they were at Oshkosh last 2 years. They are at Green Valley Airfield in Granite Falls Washington. They are beautiful planes, the brand new modern SUV of the sky.
@@EthanBeardsley but not certified.
Great story, very well told. Beautiful plane. Great editing. Love it!
Glad you enjoyed it
fantastic, what a perfect plane for the Alaskan family
Agree that the flap gap seals don’t reduce STOL performance.
I feel the same. MAYBE they SLIGHTLY degrade the slow performance….maybe. But the benefit you gain in cruise is huge.
Very nice upgrades on your ride. Thx
Thanks! 👍
What an awesome plane! Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching!
Another great video! Keep them coming!
Thanks, we will try
Such a great paint scheme! Ours has the same scheme, it’s only missing the leading edge paint.
What a nice plane. Well done video.
Glad you enjoyed it
I speak for the aviation world...Cant get enough Wagon videos!!
Thanks. We will make more
@@AirplanesInTheWild How are his 31" wearing? Does he land on pavement?
This is an absolutely beautiful aircraft. Impressive to say the least. We currently own a 180 and are in the process of upgrading. I would really appreciate the opportunity to exchange information with you particularly regarding the interior plastic and headliner. I am unsure as to how to further our communication and would appreciate any help you could provide. Thanks
I could put you in touch with Will. He is the owner of the aircraft
Congrats
👍
Nice vid…nice airplane👍🏻
Thanks you
Nice Video, Very Informative. I have a 75’ 180 that has been in the family since new. My father flew it until he was 85. He just turned 90 and still comes with me. I soloed in it in 1976. It has most of the mods yours has. You are in for a lifetime memories with your “Girls”. One thing? How do you get “6.5 hours flying plus 1 hour reserve out of 80 gallons”? That is some endurance! LOP?
2300rpm, 21”mp, pull the red knob back until it’s slightly rough, then in to smooth. Six cylinder engine monitor is vital. 10.5gph. Of course if you land and take off a few times, it would be less than that slightly.
Super cool history with yours. I think that’s awesome. I’d love to see your plane.
Beautiful plane. But I’m not sure I agree it’s not capable of super cub stuff. Stripped down and light on fuel, a stock 180 at sea level is mighty bushworthy.
Depends on how you define super cub stuff. The cub gear allows for some pretty rough landing areas that would tear up the 180 gear box
I think he does downplay the capabilities of his plane though. He’s a humble guy