Inside Look: Owning and Maintaining a Cessna 310 aircraft (filmed 2018)

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  • čas přidán 9. 06. 2023
  • In this interview with Adam Sipe, I cover the basics of owning and operating a Cessna 310. As a General Aviation (GA) evangelist, I hope to raise awareness with the general public on the viability of GA aircraft for regular commuting and family trips. While this concept is not new to baby boomers, the thought of using small aircraft to commute to work is not engrained in generation X or Millennials. Another purpose of this video is to highlight that GA aircraft can provide a viable alternative to commercial air travel. BTW, The cap is slipping indeed slipping forward, bad fit - LOL.Cheers!!
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Komentáře • 56

  • @antoniobranch
    @antoniobranch Před 6 měsíci +12

    "Owning an aircraft is pricy on the ground. But priceless in the air."

    • @billinga
      @billinga  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Perfect quote for aviation lovers, very nice!!

  • @HuntsT
    @HuntsT Před 8 měsíci +8

    Navy guy here too. Still active, not a pilot. But I’m looking to get into owning an airplane one day. Thank you for your video.

  • @kevgardner8548
    @kevgardner8548 Před 11 měsíci +6

    Clearly, based on your attitude, rather than your background, your opinions regarding training are remarkable. I see too many military and airline pilots that fail to have your view. Excellent ownership advice/experience video.

  • @jackdaniel7465
    @jackdaniel7465 Před 6 měsíci +3

    So happy to see you are following your dreams and passion, much love to you young man!!❤️🙏🇺🇸

  • @1stPersonStateConsciousness
    @1stPersonStateConsciousness Před měsícem +1

    These go for around $300k. All those upgrades probably $70k-$140k. Cheaper than a diamond DA62 and more adventureristic quality. Damn. These things are built solid.

  • @craiglachman1379
    @craiglachman1379 Před 10 měsíci +6

    That was a welcome, thorough, real world overview. Thank you. BTW, my dad had a 310Q I used for my multi. N69648. Great memories!

    • @billinga
      @billinga  Před 10 měsíci +2

      Great memories indeed. Thanks for watching. Stay safe!!

  • @arthurshoto9680
    @arthurshoto9680 Před 6 měsíci +2

    Wow! Listening to you reminds me of my stepdad. Great memories

  • @timhockersmith3934
    @timhockersmith3934 Před rokem +6

    Love that plane and you seem to maintain it very well. Great talk. Well done!

  • @jamesterrill1938
    @jamesterrill1938 Před 6 měsíci +3

    Thank you for a very good video and explaining the true cost. YOU have a very nice airplane. I look forward to more of your videos..

  • @vinceprice4089
    @vinceprice4089 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Loved this video. You explained the cost of ownership in detail which is much appreciated. Thank you for being such a GA advocate.

  • @rogergrossenbacher6705
    @rogergrossenbacher6705 Před 9 měsíci +4

    You are very informative, also like your style and demeanor. Thanks for a lot of good information. Safe flying!

  • @danielpearson4972
    @danielpearson4972 Před 5 měsíci

    You are sharp in breaking the costs and all up keep done. As a retired A&P and so many GA owners try to cut costs and then to catch up on repairs as it snowballs. Thanks for the video.

  • @kevinmurphy3464
    @kevinmurphy3464 Před 4 měsíci

    Excellent detailed annual breakdown on unit cost.

  • @MikeBixby
    @MikeBixby Před rokem +2

    GREAT STUFF! Thanks for posting

  • @SuperMmanuel
    @SuperMmanuel Před 8 měsíci +2

    Great video! Very informative and well presented!

  • @clipperpro
    @clipperpro Před 10 měsíci +6

    A total pro, appreciate you.

  • @dbrinson9309
    @dbrinson9309 Před 6 měsíci +3

    really enjoyed your flying going to keep following you i love flying thxx brother

  • @Chris-hq7nl
    @Chris-hq7nl Před rokem +3

    You have a beautiful airplane!

  • @rbilardo47
    @rbilardo47 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Great info, thank you for sharing

  • @edwardnelson3304
    @edwardnelson3304 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Great airplane, great explanation, thank you. Blessings

  • @skippmclovan1135
    @skippmclovan1135 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Skymaster is a cool airplane. Always was. Still is..! 😊 The early rare 336 (lighter) was a rip-snorter for '64 days - excel initial climb..!

  • @CDTILL1471
    @CDTILL1471 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Very nice Shipmate!! I would love to learn to fly when I retire. Thanks for the video.

    • @billinga
      @billinga  Před 6 měsíci

      Thank you shipmate!! Glad to have you onboard. Cheers!!

  • @richardrickert3138
    @richardrickert3138 Před rokem +5

    Great presentation. How about a update on your 4 year restoration plan.

    • @billinga
      @billinga  Před rokem +4

      The update is on the way. In short, 70 percent complete. Video later this year after avionics update. Thanks for watching, Cheers!

  • @BLKAV8R2021
    @BLKAV8R2021 Před 6 měsíci +2

    Do you ever come back down to Charleston. I fly the Da40 out of CHS. If you are ever back in town, we should link up.

  • @DumbledoreMcCracken
    @DumbledoreMcCracken Před rokem +2

    Great speaking voice

  • @kevinmalloy2180
    @kevinmalloy2180 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Very interesting! Fly safe! The dream (Sky King) airplane I’ll never own…I’m a Sport Pilot and fly a fun 1946 Aeronca Champ 7AC, 65-hp, hand prop.

  • @troyallenlive
    @troyallenlive Před 6 měsíci +1

    Very nice

  • @1stPersonStateConsciousness

    It'd look perfect

  • @klmelj
    @klmelj Před rokem +4

    Always love looking at your videos. You mentioned Baron and 310...did you consider the Aztec and if so why not the Aztec? It is slower than the Baron and 310 but has a good load and good single engine performance. Not as good looking either...

    • @billinga
      @billinga  Před rokem +4

      Yes, I did consider platforms from Piper also. The Baron (55, 58) and Cessna 310 (P,Q, R) were better performers overall. OEI at 250FPM at sea level is tops in class and both Baron and 310 can achieve. As for as load capacity, the Baron and 310 allow better load capacity by trading fuel for weight. Thanks for watching!!

    • @klmelj
      @klmelj Před rokem +1

      @@billinga Thanks for the update.

  • @1stPersonStateConsciousness

    Strip the back interior, update the tech at the controls, add seaplane floats. Give it a nice paint job. Boom; my dream airplane. Not my dream aircraft though. That'd be the F35

  • @SuperDavid2103
    @SuperDavid2103 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Hello Arthur : your clip encourages me , think I want to fly now,. You look familiar. DMT The Heir Church😊

  • @privatepilot4064
    @privatepilot4064 Před 8 měsíci +3

    Gotta ask, did you take the “3:10 To Yuma”?😀

    • @billinga
      @billinga  Před 8 měsíci +2

      LOL, love it, but No. However, I did take the 310 to Phoenix!!

    • @privatepilot4064
      @privatepilot4064 Před 8 měsíci +2

      @@billinga Casa Grande has a lovely airport. It’s a gem.

  • @HowardRockJr-zp6mb
    @HowardRockJr-zp6mb Před 6 měsíci +1

    Can I train on a jet instead of a prop..I know there's a difference. But wondering.

    • @billinga
      @billinga  Před 6 měsíci

      Yes but very expensive

  • @luisbatista1103
    @luisbatista1103 Před 6 měsíci +1

    What is your training background did u fly in the navy?

    • @billinga
      @billinga  Před 6 měsíci

      No, engineer in Navy and civilian pilot. Here is more of the story --> www.cessnaflyer.org/magazines/item/download/457_68eaf3e9200a212bd03486cbd2b11d5c.html

    • @luisbatista1103
      @luisbatista1103 Před 6 měsíci

      @@billinga That's a great story love it .....well done my friend an inspiration to many of us for sure .....thank you for sharing - Luis 🇨🇦👍🏼

  • @Petermomo5050
    @Petermomo5050 Před 5 měsíci +2

    Why does owning an aircraft cost so much money?

  • @PatrickMichalina
    @PatrickMichalina Před rokem +3

    Those insurance rates are certainly not 2023 lol

    • @billinga
      @billinga  Před rokem +2

      indeed, insurance is now $3500 per year for $1M smooth.

  • @thomasfx3190
    @thomasfx3190 Před 10 měsíci +2

    That’s an expensive commute! Beautiful plane though!

    • @billinga
      @billinga  Před 10 měsíci +1

      Indeed, flying privately is not the most economical choice in some applications. But it has shown to be most viable choice in some small market/short leg options. Article here relates --> www.cessnaflyer.org/magazine/online-magazines/2023-online-magazines/item/download/513_a8ec6732e653710a1296f01a8d9aadd0.html Page 50

  • @thebenberman
    @thebenberman Před rokem +1

    You're a Mike Busch guy but not running LOP? Pfft

    • @billinga
      @billinga  Před rokem +4

      Yep.risk management and condition based maintenance. LOP has few benefits and more risks. But if done correctly, is a reasonable approach. For my panel, better instrumentation and I would run LOP. Thanks for watching and stay safe!!

  • @beekangkang7150
    @beekangkang7150 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Owning an aircraft means another freedom, a peace of mind, renting an aircraft comes with some stresses. But that costs

  • @drlarcey
    @drlarcey Před 7 měsíci +1

    First class