Some Facts about the SR22
As a SR22 owner, I am happy to share the following facts and opionions with anyone who may be considering the SR22:
- The SR22 is fast, smooth and comfortable for 4 adults (650 lbs approx).
- It handles beautifully in cruise and has has amazing slow flight characteristics due to its split wing design. Stalls are predictable and uneventful.
- 2000 ft/min climb out is easily achieved.
- The parachute can be deployed 300ft AGL from a glide and 900ft AGL from a spin. Impact is supposed to destroy the airplane but protect the occupants. Cirrus says touch-down is equilivent to a 10ft drop to the ground. However, in all 5 parachute depoymnets to date, the plane was not destroyed, in fact, some experienced only minor damage, and the passengers all walked away uninjured.
In my opinion, the combination of comfort, performance, handling, the parachute, and a stunning avionics package made the Cirrus stand out as the clear choice for my purchase decision.
A note about american taxes: I read in an earlier post that "Americans can deduct up to 30% in the first year." If purchased for personal reasons, there is no deduction. However businesses purchasing an airplane in 2004 can deduct up to 79% of the plane in the first year (conditions apply). 2004 enjoyed extra tax benefits from W's Economic Incentive plan.
I hope this is helpful.
David