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sylwia137
4th Mar 2011, 18:07
I need buy cheap RVSM(can be used)for C501.Who can help me?If it is C501 single pilot certificated do I need on both sides of indicators or one is enough?
Cheap doesn't do it,
Do you have the Collins [two green illuminated buttons] or FGS-70 [switch up for AP/YD down for YD] autopilot? It makes a big difference.
Hopefully you have the Collins in which case your better bet is the Honeywell right-side altimeter that basically has an ADC in the back. The cost is still going to depend on the integrity of the existing installation.
Dont forget you'll also need crew training and approval to operate from your state of registry.
sovereign680
5th Mar 2011, 09:30
You will need two digital altimeters.
Also you need an International RVSM approval from the New York FSDO.
Including a approved manual and crew training. (Considering you are flying US registered) Than your next thing would be MNPS approval for which you will need two FMS in the aircraft and again crew training and a manual.My best guess is it could cost you 100000$ which is a huge investment in an aircraft with a market value between 250000 and 450000$.
terryb99
5th Mar 2011, 14:54
sovereign680 (http://www.pprune.org/members/282520-sovereign680) is right on. RVSM is a process for both the aircraft and the crew. You can't just "buy" an RVSM. That is like an airline ordering ETOPS from Boeing Spares, it is not going to happen.
Once the proper equipment is installed in the aircraft, you then have to prove the aircraft can hold proper altitude, plus all the training and documented procedures that sovereign680 (http://www.pprune.org/members/282520-sovereign680) mentioned.
Good luck. :)