Cirrus SR22 Annual Inspection, ADS-B Upgrade and First Test Flight
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- čas přidán 19. 05. 2017
- In late March / early April 2017 I did the annual inspection and a number of upgrades to Miss Grace. This video includes the day by day progress and first flight after delivery.
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This was an awesome look around the guts of the aircraft and what goes into a deep overhaul during an annual. Thanks for posting this!
I have always loved the Cirrus Aircraft! That was an awesome safety breakdown and plan for dealing with possible emergency situations. It is best to know what you are going to do before an issue instead of having to panic on the fly.
Taking a peek behind the mech's curtain is cool. Great run-through of the fun upgrades and required changes!
I am enjoying the videos and frankness as you fly. Very nice. Considered a Cirrus before I bought my Dakota. Needed high performance before going to Cirrus. Watching your channel is helping me decide if I want to make that transition.
Oh I like these airplane ownership videos...very hands on. Always enjoyed the flying but youre including new stuff like this and its pretty inspiring. Takin care of your plane as if it was as simple as your car
Great video. Liked seeing the day to day process and the flights. Miss Grace looks very nice.
Hi Niko - I really have to hand it to you. You have made an incredible journey look so easy - from flight training to the SR22 G2. By starting with a more 'basic' airplane, you were able to hone your piloting skills and grow into the mods that you have today. By doing the upgrades, you have made "Miss Grace" a truly up to date flying machine, while saving thousands over a new one. Now is the time to enjoy the fruits of your labor. I 'm sure the journey was not easy at times...
John Cilyo thanks for the nice comment. It's been a journey of adventure and sometimes very hard but always fun and fulfilling. Thanks again!
Awesome video Niko. I'm from Royal Palm Beach. Glad to see a local doing great work.!!!
I really enjoy your videos. You do a really good job explaining everything you do in the plane and that's nice for somebody like me that is currently learning to fly. Thank You
Thanks for sharing that with us Niko! The Cirrus is a beautiful machine.
SR22's interior reminds of the Cessna's Citation Mustang.. Love it. Awesome videos Niko! I plan to get my license someday
Very interesting video Niko, thanks for taking us along in your ownership,flying adventure.
Wonderfully informative and interesting video, please make more of these inspection/repair videos.
Nice upgrades look forward to more flight videos.
Great landing Nico! Especially with a 19 knot crossword and wow!
I also live here in SOFLO, and at the age of 55 will be going back to school to finish the dream of earning my private pilots license and then beyond... So keep the videos of your and your Cirrus SR22 as that is the aircraft I plan on purchasing next year...
Did you end up getting it?
Congrats Niko, she's looking great!
What's up buddy?
Thank You Niko. Always educational, and inspiring.
Nice upgrades and she looks great ! That must have been allot of Euros !!
Looking forward to more updates.
Thanks Niko
Lots of drachmas spent on this one... Between prop, nose wheel pucks, ADS-B work, forget it... Sticker shock...
Nice video. I recently changed out my 430 for the Avidyne 440, and I love it! It took a couple flights to get used to it, but it's awesome!
Welcome back, Niko! I was wondering where you went too. 😁
Another good Vid mate. Really enjoy them, I only watch you and Premiere 1 Driver. Both good channels.
Niko, I think you do a very good job with all of your videos, and I would like to say thank you for making my day with every video, so thank you.
Mathew Linger Thanks for me too, couldn't have said it better
At first I wasn't a big fan, but I think I've figured out you are not in it for yourself. I built my Lancair LNC360 over a decade ago and continue to upgrade it. Your videos inspire my avionics and autopilot investments and help my wife understand the true freedom our airplane provides us. She's actually pumped up about my aspiration to upgrade to a turbine Lancair partially due to watching your videos, so keep up the good work. Maybe communicate your own aspirations in that regard. As all of us aircraft owners know, compelling rationalization of our desire to have faster and higher endurance aircraft is essential in getting the wife's approval.
Guitarzan my brother stopped flying his beautiful Navion N1102V because his wife is afraid. Such a shame.
One idea: On your nose wheel fairing we custom made some covers out of Lexan for a customer of ours. Keeps scratches off the paint from tow bars but is clear so you can actually see the paint. That way you don't have to re-paint that fairing.
Its nice to have a shop that lets you in to see the progress of the annuals and upgrades.
Subgunman oh yes these guys are great!
Nice to see you back on NIKO
Niko, glad to see you back in the air.
John Dill never stopped John. More videos coming...
Love your videos. Looking forward to new releases.
Real nice video love your channel lots of interesting things to watch and learn, I had the opportunity to fly last year in a 172 across Lake Michigan first airplane ride in 32 years what a thrill.
Wow you are brave, that's not a survivable body of water, except maybe in August :-)
Thanks for showing us all that Nico! That’s so interesting. If you ever come out to the Phoenix area let me know, I would be happy to share what I know about Sedona it’s such a great place to fly into maybe you’ve been there. I would love to fly up there with you. Deer Valley or Scottsdale to Sedona for lunch that would be a fun time.
I always enjoy the music you use in your videos..
Very cool, keep them coming!!
I think that if Aero Diesel doesn't have a YT Channel, would be interesting to see their daily work around airplanes and rebuilds, etc. Would be a unique channel to start. I'd def be interested in watching all of the mechanical workings in Aero Diesel.
Those new wingtip lights are great
Great video Niko. Congrats on your beautiful Grace...drooling with envy. Anxious to learn what you think about the Avidyne.
LOVE IT...
Awesome! Please keep your videos coming....they're the best.
Very nice cross wind landing - nice piloting skills, IMHO.
All that money in upgrades and you couldn't fix the side of your seat lol. Great video as always my friend
Awesome! Looking good!
looking good!
Maintenance is too easy to put off but a bad idea, plane is look'n great and ready for some more awesome videos :-)
Great video ... as usual :-)
Keep on publishing ...
beautiful bird Niko.
Cool video Niko
Nice aircraft :) congrats
Nice to get the ADS upgrade done before 2020 👍🏻
Amazing transition. Looks like a brand new plane. You must have the brain of a chess master, Niko. Made it all look effortless.
How did "he" make it look effortless? Editing? He certainly didn't get his hands dirty. Unless the checkbook or pen was dirty that day. Not knocking Nikko, but the mechanics are the ones doing the work.
@@A_Man_In_His_Van No slight intended towards mechanics. They are the surgeons who keep our aircraft airworthy. They were not born with this knowledge and just because they have been educated in the trade there's no guarantee they are good diagnosticians or responsible and ethical business people.
What I like about Niko is that he's genuine. He doesn't take credit for doing the work. He makes a point of giving his mechanics face time in his videos to help them promote themselves and their businesses and he always emphasizes their superior craftsmanship. It's evident Niko would have no problem getting his hands dirty doing any kind of work. He's a special dude who makes things happen because he doesn't put himself above anyone else. Put your jealousy aside. That kind of thinking can only hurt you and the perceptions that others will form of you. Look for the best in people and good things will come to you too.
Thank you for saying that, I try to be as you describe, but it comes natural to me since I came from the working class and I know what it takes to make ends meet.
@@andrewzanas9387 nope not jealous, just a 22 yr. Master Auto Technician who knows who makes the money in any shop regardless of the discipline, The man with the wrench in his hands. And no, not all techs are born diagnosticians, but the world need parts changers, just as we need check writers.
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enjoyed the vid. Nice job simultaneously completing the annual and avionics upgrade-good planning. Why no shots of Diesel, the shop dog?
You make me feel better about my habit of still trying to steer during taxi with the yoke. I notice you do it too. Guess it's just a natural thing even though you are actually steering with the brakes, that hand just naturally wants to "help". Being still in training, I realize the yoke isn't "getting the job done" then remember to use my feet.
It’s not that, on the Cirrus the rudder is connected by bungy cords to the yoke the yoke turns as well. In flight it helps you stay coordinated.
@@NikosWings Ok, so as I understand, deflecting the rudder then causes the ailerons to deflect and your hand is just hanging on. Your videos are driving me about crazy because I have a G2 under contract to purchase as I am also finishing up my PPL and can't wait to be able to get the Cirrus Embark training and fly "my" Cirrus. Having problems with scheduling (cancellations) to finish the PPL training and it's taking longer than I had anticipated. Your videos do such a great job of showing how you handle the aircraft during TO , approach, & land with a great view of the panel, the side yoke, and the view out the front, as well as your explanations and communications.
Yes exactly. Good luck with your PPL and new Cirrus, and feel free to reach out to me for advise or if you feel you need guidance.
Nice video! Any sense of how the castering nosewheel impacts brake wear? At what speed can you use rudder to over come p factor?
Great vid Niko.. I get down to Boynton Beach a few times a year to visit some friends.. next time I come through would love to meet and introduce myself... I love your channel..
Let me know
Definitely will..
Hey Niko, Nice video,
Next time maybe you can lower the camera a drop, so we can see your right hand controlling the throttle and flaps.
As always your videos are excellent - the plane works fine after the overhaul.
Nino great to see your back miss your video Papa the plane looks awesome mi hermamo God bless Always be Nice lol your brother David central Texas. I'll send you my number if you ever come by too Central Texas.
Yes, Niko's back! 👍😁 Another great video; can't wait for your next trip in your upgraded plane.
Question for you Niko: Have you ever, or will you ever, consider upgrading to the Vision SF50? I have to admit that when I learned about that plane, I thought of you first. Or are you very happy to stick with the SR22?
Keep up the flying and great videos!
Omar Alvarado I would love to upgrade to the Vision Jet but if I ever got into jets it would be much easier and cheaper to go with an older twin that waiting to have a couple million in my pocket to burn. Even if I had the money it would take years to get it due to the waiting list.... I'm sticking with SR22s for now
That makes sense Niko. I find twins fascinating as well. Look forward to your continued journeys. 👍
Another outstanding video Niko, keep them coming! What was the most noticeable upgrade on the annual? Prop? Brakes? Door sills? Thanks again for the vids.
The ADS-B avionics (GPS, Transponder) and Prop
Why not install the receiver? Do you get ADS-B in in some other way? We upgraded ours with a Garmin 345, and receiving traffic and up-to-date weather is the best thing about it. (Sold our Stratus 2S while it's still worth something.) . Well, parachute, ADS-B and prop overhaul -- this can't have been a cheap annual. Glad you "saved" on the little things :) . Very cool paint scheme for the prop!
I get active traffic (TCAS) which is almost as good as ADS-B traffic minus the vectors and XM weather with METARS and AIR/SIGMETS. ADS-B weather is pretty much the same and a bit limited when it comes to storm cells and their actions. So in a way I have whatever is needed with the receiver installed. However, I will keep the receiver as a future option when I have the funds to install it.
nice plane
Camera should be little lower and more looking center to see runway
hey Niko super cool video...in a future video now that you own your own aircraft can you tell your decision to buy and aircraft and why choosing the cirrus and if you look around for other aircraft to save money for all the reason like maintenance safety carrying passenger financial etc
#1 reason, safety, #2 reason safety, #3 reason safety, and then because it's fast, efficient, beautiful...
I see they've got a Velocity in the shop, my dad used to own one.
If you left the ADSB receiver out, what are you using to get the traffic info?
Very cool. I enjoyed having a look at the aircraft during maintenance. Would be cool to see those LED wingtip lights at night lit up. Are they much different to stock?
Rob S they are different and much brighter
Hi Thomas. I've seen a couple of videos of the G6 but no night footage yet in fortunately.
Niko: very cool mate.... pls let us see them sometime! :-)
@@NikosWings
I think i got it back i dont know
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Love the props paint scheme. Hope the annual didn't break the bank! They are never fun to finance. :-)
It sure did...
Nice, I just got a IFD 440 have not installed it yet. I am flying to Miami next week would love to meet up... -w
wgrasqu are you installing it in a 22?
Another great video......thank you ! What are your average maintenance cost a year.....including all replacement parts?
$10K - $20K depending on options and how stupidly you’ll spend money, like I did many times. It’s a learning process.
Nice video... how Much did you spend in the inspection and Improvements..?
Niko, which upgrade resulted in better power ? The magnetos? I'm not a pilot but I like the way you talk through your strategy on take off as far turning back/popping shoot. Always ready for everything!
jabberwocky1969 the magnetos for sure, and the overhauled prop helped a ton.
Great video Nikko! How much would you say is the true cost of ownership of a Cirrus outside of the purchase price. I heard you drop expensive bomb a few times 😀
It costs me between $80 - $100 per hour for fuel per hour (at $5.50/gal average), $3,000 for annuals, and about $2,000 for various repairs. However, with any older airplane, there are unforeseen expenses that pop out of nowhere. On top of it you have to consider the costs for storage, insurance, avionics database updates, etc. But of course these are all unnecessary.
Sweet! Thanks for sharing.
Niko - watched a few of youvideos. Good stuff. Thanks for sharing.
I'm curious about what you're using the write things on when you're listening to Wx or other radio transmissions. Is it an iPad Pro? What app(s)? I know you mentioned ForeFlight in an earlier video.
Thanks.
Tony Boggis yes it's ForeFlight, it has a section to take WX notes or write clearances. Greatest app!
What happened to the parachute thing?
nice , I like all of your videos I have a couple of questions , on one of your videos that you was flying to the Bahamas and you had an inflight emergency, I wanted to know what was the cause of the engine malfunction you was having and how reliable is the cirrus sr22 plane, and for a first time pilot, what airplane would you recommend that would not brake my bank? thank you
It was a simple fuel injector clog on one of the cylinders, not a major malfunction. The airplane of your choice depends on your budget, mission and experience. If you have tons of money you and no experience you may buy an airplane that will kill you, if you have tons of experience but no money you may buy an airplane that may be too slow for the mission. Think about how you will use the aircraft and decide on a budget. Banks can help you with financing, like buying a house, insurance will be a factor depending on your experience and where you will store/park the airplane. Ask an insurance company for a quote before you find yourself paying an arm and a leg just for insurance. Having said all that, the Cirrus are very reliable machines.
thank you Niko, lots of information and I love all you video clips keep up the good work and I am definitely looking into the CIRRUS SR22 plane , I see lots of avid flyers like me own them and they look very reliable and fun to work on them and take them flying as well . I ill be looking forward to you posting new video clips. thank you.
Muito bom meu sonho
Hello there good videos..... one thing, the traffic alert system should by on stand by soon as you got well on ground i think, ai don't know the cirrus at all I went to American flyer in Pompano for training last year and we used to fly to Boca and Pahokee all the time ... boot runways are great for cross wind!!!!
Nope, it has a pressure switch that activates above 25 kts airspeed and below that it goes on standby.
@@NikosWings set it to 60 knots. It's less of a distraction at that speed. There's no need for it to be on while you are on the ground.
Hey Niko, it's your favorite person on CZcams back here watching your videos.
Hope you're doing great my friend.
Nice view of the internals of the Cirrus SR22, portions of the plane I have never seen.
How much is the annual on that plane? Also, do they run cork inside the prop channels inside liken some turboprops? Also, do they check for metal fatigue inside the prop channels internally?
Hey buddy! All is great my friend... I know they fixed all nicks and scratches on the leading edges and changed the TKS boots, repainted it and changed a bunch of hub parts. They also test for metal fatigue and stress points. All in all $4K for the prop but it needed it - badly. For the annual I budget $5K.
Sounds good bud! Yeah, saw that and the new instruments and figured that would set you back a bit. Not as bad as I was thinking though honestly. I was figuring $10k for everything, so you didn't get off too bad.
Wife and I will be heading back to North Carolina here in the next 2-3 weeks to find some real estate. We are looking around Jacksonville I believe. We just found a gorgeous custom home near Jacks located on 32 acres.. My first question to the real estate agent.. "Is it big enough to put a runway on" hahaha.
I think it is actually.
I might also be driving out that way, to swing by Georgia to one of the trailer manufacturers to buy a trailer cash and drive it back. I need something to haul my showcar and also additional space to move .
Hopefully we can find some property to allow me to run my entire businesses, setup a machine shop, etc, from part of the 32 acres. I really like my runway idea on my own property though. If I had a helicopter, no problems.. but helis turn me off. Take forever to get muscle memory just to hover.
Have you flown a heli yet?
Anyways, great video my friend. I'll be in touch soon. I think I'm going to pick up a Cirrus SR22, but don't want to put all my questions and specifics public in comments. I'll talk to you soon! Lookin good man. Glad the plane's annual is done. Safety is always top priority. I want to also pick your brain on IFR rating and capabilities of the Cirrus if you have some info. I know you're IFR.. I think the Cirrus is wonderfully equipped for all IFR and more than capable for even the most basic or advanced pilot.
I'm only scared about the stall and rollover ratings of the Cirrus. I guess they got past certification on the Cirrus for rollovers, by having a parachute.. Not really acceptable in my opinion to bypass a rating, simply because it has a chute. Cheers !
I am surprised that previous annuals did not overhaul the prop. The sludge that came out of yours makes you want to say something to the last A&P/I that did the previous annual. I wonder if you could put a Beta selection on the prop with an IO-540. Might be a some benefit especially when Approach/Tower puts you on a downwind runway for landing and save on the brakes. Tends to happen when you are in Class B airspace when the big guys land. I almost did not get a C210 slowed to turn off before I ran out of 8200 feet of runway. ADS-B becomes mandatory 1/1/2020 if you want to fly in controlled air space; so, it is good to get it. Not cheap but probably cheaper now than close to crunch time. How often do you have to check the Rocket Parachute System or is it even required?
Hey Brian, the CAPS gets completely replaced every 10 years. Mine was done last year and paid by the previous owner.
BRIAN BARKER..Why would he want to say something to the last inspector on the plane? As if it's not a normal thing to have sludge. It doesn't hurt a thing! Obviously you've never owned anything with a constant speed prop. Plus the obvious....how would anyone see the sludge without removing the prop? You do realize the prop does not need to be removed every annual. Say something to the last A&P........I dont think so
Nice approach Mr.Niko I just my instrument rating two weeks ago I wonder do have any advice for doing IFR cross country?
Keilyn Hubbard my only advise is do a bunch of IFR cross countries in VFR weather to get used to the system... have fun!
Thank you you answer my question
Great videos Niko. I'm curious, what led you to choose the Cirrus?
blued8107 performance, safety
I am trying to find the price of a good used Cirrus SR22. How much is the yearly up keep of your plane. I can tell you take great of your plane keep it up. Thanks
I would budget a minimum of $5K - $10K per year for maintenance, possibly more...
What is that plane in the background at Diesel Aero that looks like a Long Ez with a bigger cabin?...
Nicholas Dawson there is a Velocity and a Diamond DA42 in the background.
That's it... The Velocity! Thank You! Beautiful aircraft IMO...
music track name please ... love that song
So... was Niko doing some mental math on time and distance while shooting an approach when Twin Creek's Gulfstream G-550 70EL announced it was on a 3-mile final for Runway 5 and closing on him like a 'gunner' on I-95 in Miami-Dade County? Were it me, I would be looking for the nearest taxiway and repeating the mantra "feet don't fail me now." ;-D)
Welcome back. What does it mean to overhaul the prop is it balancing the blades? Does it have pitch control?
Yup, balanced, them, smoothed them out, tested it, inspected them, paint, new parts for the hub. Yes it does have pitch control.
SR22's do have pitch control but it's all done automatically off of throttle position
Great video Niko. Is the cirrus easier to land than the da40? How do you like the side stick vs center stick.
TheCapTan both are easy, but the SR22 is steadier and handles crosswinds super easily...
I remember standing on the Tarmac on a beautiful day at KLGB preflighting a DA40 with my instructor when I was first logging hours and I couldn't help but stop and stare with sparkling eyes at the SR22 parked in front of the adjacent hangar. I remember thinking, damn..now THATS an airplane. Just looked so much more comfortable and beefy/stout. Sure the DA40 may be the safest most fuel efficient (which is great) but no air conditioning, rather cramped and the center stick (while a breeze to fly) can become a nuisance after a while. The TTx direct connect side stick looks the most attractive but I've never flown it. Sweet videos man!
Since years ago when I was flying the rental 172 and DA40s, I always loved the TTx and thought to myself "one day..." but when I got the chance to get into the SR22 and fly it and then understand the concept of the CAPS, there was no other airplane I could fly again... I was sold!!!
@@NikosWings in the event of engine failure, will you attempt to glide to land or be more inclined to use CAPS?
Any chance of a ball park $$ figure on the annual if it’s not too rude.
I put the total at the end.
Hi Niko, I have a 2004 Cirrus SR22 and have been trying to decide between the Avidyne IFD440 or just upgrading one of my Garmin 430's to WAAS. What are your first impressions of the IFD440? I have played with there simulator and it does not seem that user friendly, however it does have some nice features. BTW my N number is very similar at N713RD. I am also wondering about my prop after seeing yours. Were you having any RPM problems with the prop?
The IFD440 is definitely different methodology than the Garmin products. I liked my 430 but it killed me not being able to load victorways and the fixes were not geolocated, I mean that's the easiest thing in the world. The IFD 440 is different and it takes a bit to get used to it, I like that the touchscreen is not necessary but you can also use buttons to get the same things done which is nice, especially in turbulence, but I LOVE LOVE LOVE the geolocation aspect of when you enter frequencies and fixes plus you can load victorways, create holds, calculate Vertical guidance and it works really nice overall.
If I have the money, I may upgrade my 2nd GNS430 to the bigger IFD550 by making my transponder internal and have the 550 control it. The big screen of the 550 is really nice.
Overall I am very happy with the device and after some time in the cockpit I'm figuring it out quite a bit.
Look for my next video coming up hopefully this week, a flight to Asheville, NC and back where I explain some of its features.
If you decide to just upgrade the 430's that would be a great idea too by the way...
Are you still happy with the IFD440? I just ordered an IFD540 with the remote transponder with ADS-B In and Out. I have been to Asheville about 6 times in the last 2 months, I should have looked around for you.
David Schorr you know what after getting used to it I'm very happy with it. It's definitely easier than the GNS430. Your 540 with the remote transponder should be a great solution. Thinking of getting it too when I have the money to invest in it. My advise is to fly it a lot and fly some approaches and study the user guide thoroughly as it is fundamentally different than the GNS.
Hey Nico came across some of your videos. *subscribed. How long have you been flying?
JaRHead600RR thank you! Been flying about 10 years.
Whats your annual usually run? I'm looking to buy a 2006/7 sr22.
Budget $5K
what adsb-out transponder did you get/install ? thanks
The Avidyne
I was pleasantly surprised to see you say to budget about 5K for the annual. Cirrus haters want you to believe it's more like 7-10K.
In2flying 24/7 it will be if you do a bunch of unnecessary stuff. For example, my prop overhaul was not necessary but I felt it needed it. That was $4K
Well $4k for a prop overhaul. How much would it be to buy a new prop if you wouldn't mind me asking?
iskoos more than $10K
Kind of guessed it but wanted to confirm. I love aviation but can't spend that kind of money. I satisfy my hunger with R/C aircrafts and flight sims. I know it isn't the same thing but it is something (at a much cheaper scale).
I really like your videos. Also you being very close to me (I am in Orlando), makes it even more interesting. Thanks for all the effort...
In2flying 24/7
Cirrus owner here, not a hater. It is 7-10k per year if you fly your plane >200 hrs/yr like I do.
You really take very good care of your airplane. That annual had to be 20-30K right? Maybe more?
Not so much. The work was about $9K. Including the Avionics upgrade it was $25K
I was including the avionics in my guess. I got pretty close! I'm in the process of trying to buy a Cirrus. I just looked at one that had an $18,000 annual. I didn't know whether I should be happy about all the work he had done, or worried that I could be paying $18K per year! I think the normal annual inspection cost will be much less. I'm just hoping the parachute repack price doesn't continue to escalate. I have to balance my passion for airplanes with the fact that I have to pay for 3 kids going to college.
The CAPS repack is every 10 years. Your annuals should be about $5K plus some extras that you may need to do as an option.
Nico are you from Chicago home town let me know papa Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas 🎄🎁
Yes lived there for many years before Florida
What engine do you have in your Cirrus, and is your Avidyne WAAS capable? Thank you. I appreciate your videos.
Continental IO550 and yes it is WAAS!
Thank you!
Do you use a particular aviation-specific CPA service to help guide you as regards business-related expenses to help fund the flying and avoid audit? Did you use such a service for guidance regarding aircraft purchase and depreciation? Thank you.
No just my regular accountant... i found some of the aviation CPAs to be extremely expensive and they think that every aircraft owner is a billionaire...
great job....? how much did all that annual cost???
More than I wanted to spend :-)
Niko: I have a question. I am not a pilot 'yet', planing instruction in the spring. The question evolves how your perception of flight develops. I have been a passenger in GA aircraft but have no understanding of how the flight controls provide feedback to the pilots senses. "How does it feel to fly", I'm sure it feels great, but that is not the question. I think about this often when watching videos of landing. Without the pro-perception, ( I think that is the word), 'the feeling/feedback' of controlling the airplane, watching a landing looks really frightening. In a sense there must be a becoming one with the aircraft in some way. I am very intrigued by what that may be. I would enjoy a video on the topic if you would take the question on for your viewers.
dan
When you start flying you’ll see that the feedback is immediate and quick.
I think you said during the annual that you were not installing the ADSB receiver? But then during the flight I heard that you were getting traffic. Did I hear wrong?
This airplane had an active TCAS traffic receiver.
@20:23 just after landing the plane kept repeating "Traffic! Traffic!"
Why did it do that?
Adjustment needs to be made to the airspeed switch that turns that warning off. Normally set it to stop working around 60 knots.
It’s set to 25 by default
@@NikosWings its adjustable with a tiny flathead screwdriver. Ask your mechanic to do it for you that way you dont adjust the Hobbs meter switch. Both the Hobbs and your airspeed switch use the same type of switch. One is on the right one is on the left side of the center console down low, they are gray with yellow hose going to them..
Thanks for the info
Excluding new avionics and not required modifications, what is the average cost of a Cirrus annual? Don't need to get into details, just the ball park.
You figure about $3,000 for the basics.
Thanks. I thought It would cost slightly more...
Niko, were you just checking in on the progress or were you doing an actual owner assisted annual?
Brian Wicker just checking in
I was under the impression that the chute cover its uncovered during preflight.
Yes it’s a good idea. This is an old video.
Do you have TKS or opt out of that due to most of your flights in FL ??
I do have TKS. It’s not certified for icing but it can definitely save your butt if you get into inadvertent icing
If the plane is not certified for icing, does it mean you just fly at different altitudes to avoid the ice per foreflight?