The Perfect Piston Step Up
Hi.
Does anybody think that companies like Cirrus and Diamond are missing the mark as piston step ups for single pilots? These "personal" jets seem to focus more on passenger comfort than performance. Not that the passengers should be uncomfortable but if the plane is for single pilots, shouldn't it be smaller.
I think the perfect step up would be a plane like the Lancair that is certified. Some type of turboprop with a more aerodynamic airframe that isn't about the passengers. Maybe we could see a four seat turboprop that could fly at 320-350 knots while burning 40 gph instead of the Cirrus Jet, which will probably do 60 gph for 300 knots. Granted, turboprops are a litle more expensive but maybe somebody could get it on the market for 1.5 mil.
I'm sick of companies sacrificing speed for other things!