Aircraft Hire Recomendations for Long trip.
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Aircraft Hire Recomendations for Long trip.
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Im not far away from getting my PPL (on the way to CPL), and i want to surprise some family by flying down to visit them.
Plan was to fly from Archerfield to Dubbo (stay overnight), then to Port Pirie.
Then fly back in the reverse order.
Im researching the best aircraft to hire for this run.
A high cruise speed would be great (less engine & flight time), but its got to balance with the hire costs.
The Cessna 182 turbo RG have a nice cruise speed of about 180 (if anyone actually hires them out), but I would like to hear from you more experienced pilots what you would recommend.
I was consider hiring directly from an aircraft owner, but thought first i would work out which aircraft would be most suitable & affordable. Then try an negotiate a deal with an owner.
Look forward to your replies.
Im not far away from getting my PPL (on the way to CPL), and i want to surprise some family by flying down to visit them.
Plan was to fly from Archerfield to Dubbo (stay overnight), then to Port Pirie.
Then fly back in the reverse order.
Im researching the best aircraft to hire for this run.
A high cruise speed would be great (less engine & flight time), but its got to balance with the hire costs.
The Cessna 182 turbo RG have a nice cruise speed of about 180 (if anyone actually hires them out), but I would like to hear from you more experienced pilots what you would recommend.
I was consider hiring directly from an aircraft owner, but thought first i would work out which aircraft would be most suitable & affordable. Then try an negotiate a deal with an owner.
Look forward to your replies.
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I don't think any sane person/organization will let a fresh PPL'er to head off with their beloved turbo/complex beast whatever it might be. Even if the owner may have full confidence in you, the insurance company might think otherwise.
If you're working towards CPL, why not just do it in a regular spam can and let your hours build, you're going to need them anyway.
If you're working towards CPL, why not just do it in a regular spam can and let your hours build, you're going to need them anyway.
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Yeah I haven't found anyone hiring them out. 210 is a good suggestion thanks. I found someone online quoting $345 per hour, is that a good rate for a 210? (was older post, prices may have gone up).
I have been wondering how insurance would work. It would be kinda od though if insurance wouldnt cover.. I will be legally licensed to fly anywhere in australia solo, and demonstrated competence via completing training.
I could wait and do it as part of my CPL hour building, but would really love to do it sooner. Kind of as a celebration of getting my PPL, and upcoming plans to visit family.
I have been wondering how insurance would work. It would be kinda od though if insurance wouldnt cover.. I will be legally licensed to fly anywhere in australia solo, and demonstrated competence via completing training.
I could wait and do it as part of my CPL hour building, but would really love to do it sooner. Kind of as a celebration of getting my PPL, and upcoming plans to visit family.
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Insurance policies for more complex aircraft usually have a minimum hours and training clause so the owner would not be covered if he rented it out to someone with less.
It was many years ago but when I rented a 210 in SA I was 2 hours short of the minimum so I had to take a 172 out for 2 1/2 hours to qualify before the CFI would take me out for a check ride. The fact that I already had hours on another 210 from the same club was irrelevant. The nice shiny new one had stricter insurance and I needed a 6 seater.
It was many years ago but when I rented a 210 in SA I was 2 hours short of the minimum so I had to take a 172 out for 2 1/2 hours to qualify before the CFI would take me out for a check ride. The fact that I already had hours on another 210 from the same club was irrelevant. The nice shiny new one had stricter insurance and I needed a 6 seater.
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I agree that an owner hiring to a new ppl is pretty unlikely. You're more likely to get a PA28 or C172 from a flying school, maybe even where you learnt. Having said that, as you are planning Brisbane to Port Pirie, why not post this in the Pacific GA forum? You'd get answers from Australia rather than the other side of the world. Who knows, you may even get a lead on an aircraft.
As for the trip, why go back the same way? The outback looks much the same in each direction. Think of returning via Broken Hill, Cobar, Coffs Harbour, 500' coastal, Gold Coast, Q1 then Archerfield? That way you will include Class D and Class C control zones. You may even get some practice with restricted areas around Evans Head. All good if you're planning on CPL.
As for the trip, why go back the same way? The outback looks much the same in each direction. Think of returning via Broken Hill, Cobar, Coffs Harbour, 500' coastal, Gold Coast, Q1 then Archerfield? That way you will include Class D and Class C control zones. You may even get some practice with restricted areas around Evans Head. All good if you're planning on CPL.
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Insurance policies for more complex aircraft usually have a minimum hours and training clause so the owner would not be covered if he rented it out to someone with less.
You're more likely to get a PA28 or C172 from a flying school, maybe even where you learnt.
Having said that, as you are planning Brisbane to Port Pirie, why not post this in the Pacific GA forum?
As for the trip, why go back the same way?
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Suggest you hire the same type as you have done your PPL hrs build in. Familiarity on a long flight is an important safety factor.
Besides, the faster you fly the less time you have to work out why things aint going the way you had planned them. Stick to what you know and you won;t go too wrong.
Besides, the faster you fly the less time you have to work out why things aint going the way you had planned them. Stick to what you know and you won;t go too wrong.
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Suggest you hire the same type as you have done your PPL hrs build in
I've actually been reading up on some of the kit planes like the RV-7. Nice and fast, fuel efficient, could be a winner (if i can find any to hire in brisbane).
What do you guys think about a RV-7 for the trip? Or something equivalent, suggestions?
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You are going to need the hours for CPL anyway, so why rush. Plan a couple of challenging legs to continue improving you navigation technique. Go to some aerodromes that you may not otherwise get a chance to see.
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Why not look at a 206?
They're not fast, but as mentioned if you're building command time then why rush?
No retract so you'll find insurance it easier to get, and if you can fit it through the door it'll probably take off with it (legally!). 200 series time will help you immensely when it comes to getting your first job! (Unless of course you plan on just becoming a flight instructor...)
There used to be a guy in Gympie that would hire his 206 out and would often just tag along on trips to if insurance was an issue. You log the time and he has something to do in retirement. Win/Win!
They're not fast, but as mentioned if you're building command time then why rush?
No retract so you'll find insurance it easier to get, and if you can fit it through the door it'll probably take off with it (legally!). 200 series time will help you immensely when it comes to getting your first job! (Unless of course you plan on just becoming a flight instructor...)
There used to be a guy in Gympie that would hire his 206 out and would often just tag along on trips to if insurance was an issue. You log the time and he has something to do in retirement. Win/Win!
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Why not look at a 206?
Pice doesnt match the performance IMO. Ive seen Cirrus S22 rates cheaper then their c206
If i can find some better pricing, i'd be keen.
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Are you on a 150hr course, or a 200 hr course?
If it's a 200hr course, get the absolute cheapest thing you can find, and hour build with it. I've been flying a 152 around because hours is hours.
For a 150hr course, ask one of your instructors if you can make this a solo navex, and take what they suggest.
If it's a 200hr course, get the absolute cheapest thing you can find, and hour build with it. I've been flying a 152 around because hours is hours.
For a 150hr course, ask one of your instructors if you can make this a solo navex, and take what they suggest.
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Personally, I'd look a Cirrus. Not complex and fast(ish). But you will need to do conversion training. Given your hours you'd be looking at SR20 which has about the same speed as a C182.
The other options is a 172RG. Easy to be checked out on (assuming your training on a 172). (I have the impression it is just you so payload is not an issue.)
In terms of spending time at the destination, I have always worked on 2hrs flying per day away keeps the owner happy.
The other options is a 172RG. Easy to be checked out on (assuming your training on a 172). (I have the impression it is just you so payload is not an issue.)
In terms of spending time at the destination, I have always worked on 2hrs flying per day away keeps the owner happy.
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Why the hang-up with a/c speed which really will not make much difference, especially once you take into account t/o, landing, having a burger etc. The ETA difference is basically the time taken to drink another cup of coffee at Dubbo.
To put it into perspective. Let's assume you have the fuel and bladder capacity to fly YBAF-YPIR in one hit for a hare and tortoise exercise.
Distance = 976 NM
C206 - At 142kt, flight time = 5.58hrs
C172 - At 124kt, flight time = 6.5hrs
At 110kt, flight time = 7.43hrs
I would think a little extra time to rest and refresh at each stop will improve your safety factor. In that case there is really little difference to your ETA regardless of a/c.
To put it into perspective. Let's assume you have the fuel and bladder capacity to fly YBAF-YPIR in one hit for a hare and tortoise exercise.
Distance = 976 NM
C206 - At 142kt, flight time = 5.58hrs
C172 - At 124kt, flight time = 6.5hrs
At 110kt, flight time = 7.43hrs
I would think a little extra time to rest and refresh at each stop will improve your safety factor. In that case there is really little difference to your ETA regardless of a/c.
For the Gen Y's it's all about going fast.
Unless you're flying around the world or perhaps Australia, the extra speed for the cost may not be anywhere near worth it.
Not many companies out there or private persons for that matter would let a fresh low hour PPL at the controls of their 206 let alone 210.
Unless you're flying around the world or perhaps Australia, the extra speed for the cost may not be anywhere near worth it.
Not many companies out there or private persons for that matter would let a fresh low hour PPL at the controls of their 206 let alone 210.
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can you drop me a PM? It won't let me send you one. I know guy who might be able to help you.
C206 - At 142kt, flight time = 5.58hrs
C172 - At 124kt, flight time = 6.5hrs
At 110kt, flight time = 7.43hrs
In that case there is really little difference to your ETA regardless of a/c.
C172 - At 124kt, flight time = 6.5hrs
At 110kt, flight time = 7.43hrs
In that case there is really little difference to your ETA regardless of a/c.
But as some members have made me realise. Maybe this should be more about whats best for my career.
They're not fast, but as mentioned if you're building command time then why rush?
Get the hours... C150/2 
For a 150hr course, ask one of your instructors if you can make this a solo navex, and take what they suggest.
For the Gen Y's it's all about going fast.
Now what are F-14 Tomcats going for wet? 
So to summarize the options:
150/2 (go slow build hours)
172 or PA28 (middle ground)
182 (more speed an power)
206 (good for future jobs little faster)
210 (good for jobs and fast)
RV-7 (or equivalent light fast kit plane)
Mooney or Bonanza (im not familiar with, apart form the Mooney has long range. not sure on pricing or practicality for work)
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