Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. It has an accident history of two " hard landings" in 1967 and 1968 where the pilot missed the runway in Logan Utah and landed in a snow bank. Most (if not all) Cessna aircraft are known as solid, proven airframes. Like his father, he also wants to be a flight instructor, and one day get his own Super Cub, so he can fly the back country in style! Itll give your 230hp o-470 an extra 30-40 hp. The "do it one time and you will never again have a problem" solution is the installation of umbrella-type fuel caps. Most owners report a couple of knots in cruise but a definite improvement in climb and low-speed handling. These tanks are permanent and will never have a wrinkle that hides water. Yama I did fly my 182 with the Horton before and after VGs, you can tell the difference if you slow it down, at landing you get more elevator authority at slower speeds, I used to ran out of elevator at the flare, and VGs helped, also they help with aileron authority at low speeds, much better and not mushy. For more information or to arrange for a demonstration ride, contact Peterson's Performance Plus Inc., 1465 Southeast 30th, Municipal Airport, El Dorado, Kansas 67042; telephone 316/320-1080; fax 316/321-3842; or visit the Web site ( www.260se.com). Honest 182 owners will tell you they flight plan for 130 to 135 knots at normal cruise altitudes and power settings. This STC replaces your 230 hp O-470 engine with a Continental O-470U (2,000-hour TBO) engine, STC SE01153AT, designed to operate on 100 octane LL Avgas. The Airplane of the Week this week is the. Have you modified your aircraft? Learn how your comment data is processed. by CamAero Wed Nov 21, 2012 11:57 am, Post 9 Affordable Personal Aircraft for Airplane Buyers on a Budget. Durability, contrary of what many pilots think, its is very durable, I have had mine for more than 1,000hrs operating in the backcountry and its still in pretty good shape. The Piper PA_18 Super Cub is the dirt bike of bush planes, and if you have enough money to build a luxury fishing lodge beside a scenic mountain top lake, this is the best bush plane to get you there. I will for sure send you an email. by Beefitarian Sat Nov 17, 2012 10:37 am, Post High quality Filmed from inside the cockpit, outside views, and ground views, giving a wide variety. Total: 1325'. This is the first thing I miss when I fly in another airplane that doesnt have this kind of seatbelt, the comfort and the added safety. by MUSICMAAN Sat Nov 17, 2012 10:40 pm, Post In general, the readings won't vary much within a 10 degree variance in alignment. About The Cessna 182 Since its introduction in 1956, the Cessna Skylane has produced numerous variants throughout the decades and is generally considered to be Cessna's second-most-popular aircraft ever behind the Cessna 172 Skyhawk. Aircraft built in 1977 and later require 100-octane avgas because of an increase in compression ratio and aren't eligible for auto fuel STCs. Learn more, Cessna Flyer Association1042 N Mountain Ave Suite B #337Upland, CA91786Phone: 626-844-0125, Cessna Flyer Association 2004-2022 All Rights Reserved. My A&P has a couple of 172's and an XP. Bush planes also provide commercial transportation services, medical services, and evacuation and fight forest fires. But, I wanted to highlight an airplane really quick before the day ends. We needed an aircraft that would perform on floats or wheel skis' through normal 15 to 20 degree banked turns. While not yet STCed for the 182, B&C Specialty Products, of Newton, Kansas, sells a 20- amp backup alternator system that mounts on an engine accessory pad. If you need more fuel capacity, then Monarch; Flint Aero, of El Cajon, California; and O&N Aircraft, of Factoryville, Pennsylvania, sell kits that can increase the fuel system capacity. These fairings entirely cover the gear spring legs and create a sleek look. I believe the best STOL kit is the Sportsman STOL which includes gap seals, a drooped leading edge cuff and wing tips. by 182-SS Tue Nov 20, 2012 9:25 am, Post The tailwheel conversion was paired with the Bush STOL kit. Removing the frost could be a headache. Knots 2Us 182 flap gap kit lists for $425, with an estimated 7 hours installation. The Skylane was introduced in 1956 and is still in production today. Is that speed airspeed, based on your pitot system? The second most desired modification is more speed. This kit consists of a drooped wing leading edge, stall fences, and changes to the aileron control system that cause the ailerons to droop as the flaps extend, to further add lift at low speeds. Been to a lot of places like Tieton State, Ranger Creek, Johnson Creek, Sulphur creek, and just cant get enough of back country flying. It can fly five passengers and their luggage to remote bush lodges making the aircraft one of the most popular bush planes among companies operating bush charter flights for Safari tourists in Kenya, Namibia, and Botswana. New in the box. All are passionate and knowledgeable about the topics they cover in their articles! The WingX is for a factory leading edge. THose videos are awesome, I have a 182Q and have been steadily lightening and have a few of the same mods you have, most notable the VGs and the BAS aero belts. You can get all the performance out of your airplane in a safe way, no calculations or guessing. The Super Cub may be one of the smallest bush planes, but it has a knack of landing in places where larger and more powerful planes dare not. The VG's seem like a much simpler addition, but we got a bit of frost one morning on our cross country trip. Look at the things this airplane does well it is comfortable and stable, it is a true four-place airplane, it is a rock-solid instrument platform, its takeoff and landing capabilities are almost STOL-like, and it is dependable because of its simple systems. STC? Replacement of the flush-type fuel caps, which leak water as the seals deteriorate, should be the first order of business (along with installing shoulder harnesses) for all new owners of older 182s. It includes details on their firepower, dynamic handling, airspeed, advanced electronics, and gadgetry. No matter when or where you read it, it'll put you in a Skylane frame of mind. Kit-built bush planes: as the name implies, they are bush planes built from a kit. The orange looks sharp! In general I follow its guidance but in landing it will sometimes start sounding long before anything is really a problem. Cessna 182 Cowl Body Fairing Kit. Me encanta a tus videos. Charlie Siebel, a retired Cessna engineer, developed the Flight Bonus kit that is now sold by Horton STOLcraft in Wellington, Kansas. The regular wing width and the sportsman wing width. I just look at the AoA, if you are interested in buying one, let me know, I am dealer and can get you a discount, please if interested send me an e mail to motoadve@gmail.com. The Sportsman STOL kit was installed on Fish and Game's 1979 Cessna 185. or 2,650 lb. USA (305) 753-5572 . Our compilation of the best attack helicopters in the world is the most comprehensive list of helicopter gunships from every era. In other words, the holder of the STC isn't active so information related to the STC may be unavailable from the holder. by 182-SS Mon Nov 19, 2012 2:52 pm, Post They are then bought and modified into bush planes by their owners. The aircraft also has tail handles (B.A.S., Inc.) which slide out of the fuselage, making it easier to move the plane around. Any of these devices that aid control of the airplane at low airspeeds also contributes to survivability in the event of an off-airport landing. I made oil changes every 50 hrs. Thanks for doing the homework for us. Low-pressure tires are also excellent for operating on rough runways in the African bush. While the 230-hp O-470-series engines are regarded as dependable, there are a number of options to consider when it's time to re-engine a 182. The Sportsman STOL is not just a lip on the bottom, but is a re-engineered airfoil. Variants of the Helio Courier are a common sight over Alaskan skies, where the bush plane is considered by many as a guardian angel. The aircraft must perform short-distance landing and take-off from tight spaces and small airfields. The Horton STOL Conversion will give the advantage of taking-off and landing at a slower speed, the ability to get out of grass strips easier, obtain better performance at high altitudes, with better aileron control at low speeds, reduce the tendency to spin and reduce the stall speed. This STCed modification consists of installing wing extensions, thus extending the wingspan 37 inches and increasing the maximum gross weight up to 2,950 pounds. The DHC-6 Twin Otter bears de Havilland Canadas hallmark of rugged reliability and longevity. by Colonel Sanders Wed Nov 21, 2012 6:29 am, Post The concept for the Cessna 180 came about as an evolution of the Cessna 170. MT propeller very easy to repair, you just need some epoxy. Siebel, now deceased, advertised that his kit would increase the cruise speed of 1962 through 1982 airplanes from 12 to 18 knots, depending on the year model. so it looks like VG's are where its at for some extra performance and affordability. I cannot tell from the picture whether or not the plane has the wing extensions, so the picture shows either a King Katmai with small wheels (a bit unusual) or else a Kenai. You can add a couple of skis if you need to land on a glacier. WingX extensions kit # R1582-1. The Cessna 182 is a very capable, safe airplane that has a couple of weak points. Air Research Technology Inc. sells its Wing-X Antigravity STOL Conversion for all 182 models. AFAIK, everything else is configurable. In case of the Cessna 182, when coming very slow to land usually you ran out of elevator and sunk into the runway, VGs do help having more elevator authority. IAS was 142 kt, resulting in 152 KTAS or 175 mph. I recommend that you take a mountain flying course. But it can be made better by the installation of permanently installed drooped wing leading edges and stall fences. Yes Robert I installed a heavy duty nose fork , and a 700 x 6 tire on the nose. by iflyforpie Tue Nov 20, 2012 10:28 am, Post Piggy, you and dyslexia got me all excited for a moment. It might be as MTV states the interference with the pitot tube. Combine your new WING-X STOL kit with Monarch auxilliary fuel cells, approved on most single engine Cessna aircraft. 1.7k views | By Hangar.Flights Contributor | Last updated on February 11, 2023. Over the years, scores of DHC-2 Beaver bush planes have delivered a diverse range of loads ranging from oil drums, construction equipment, medical supplies, All Terrain Vehicles, and camping gear to remote communities across Alaska, Northern Canada, and the Arctic. Bush planes are equipped with high flaps, slots, slats combined with aspect ratio wings to perform this function. The bush planes impressive STOL performance alongside its exceptional amphibious capabilities, high climb rate, and the phenomenal pulling power of its twin turboprop engines warranted a comeback. The Otter is used for commercial passenger operations in Alaska and Canada. Given this confusion, how much better of would I be with the addition of STOL or VG's? The Airglas Heavy Duty Nose Fork is the best way to get your Cessna into the Backcountry. If you were to do it again would you put your HUD in the same place or would you move it left or right of where it currently is? Bush planes operating regular commercial passenger flights typically have seats for more than ten passengers with room for their luggage. I agree with the previous posts about cruise speed changes. Early Cessna 180/182 Sportsman STOL cruise speed changes I just finished installing the Sportsman on a 182A. But they both said it is possible that the vgs may need to be slightly further back from the leading edge on the later models of Cessna's that had a factory leading edge cuff but no stol kit. Inc. Post Office Box 190 Eatonville, Washington 98328 Telephone 888/255-6566 or 360/832-6566 Fax 360/832-6466 Web www.basinc-aeromod.com, Hooker Custom Harness 1322 South Harlem, Suite B Freeport, Illinois 61032 Telephone 815/233-5478 Fax 815/233-5479, Wag-Aero Inc. 1216 North Road Lyons, Wisconsin 53148 Telephone 800/558-6868 Fax 262/763-7595 Web www.wagaero.com, Cessna Pilots Association 3409 Corsair Circle Santa Maria, California 93455 Telephone 805/922-2580 Fax 805/922-7249 Web www.cessna.org, Minnesota Flyer magazine Richard Coffey Post Office Box 750 Sandstone, Minnesota 55072 Telephone 320/245-2111. The Cessna 182 we have been modifying is a 1965 H model. It seems like a new plane with that added horsepower. I really do recommend Phillips aviation oils. Aircraft with large low-pressure tires are suitable for landing on rough terrains like the Tundra or gravel runways. Just upgraded to a Pponk conversion which last week,has 45 more HP, currently I am in the break in process. Based on my six years of experience as a tech rep for the Cessna Pilots Association, there are three things Cessna 182 owners are most interested in. Low-pressure tundra tires: bush planes are often fitted with massive low-pressure tires suitable for landing on the Alaskan and Canadian tundra. The landing gear springs even include a new (and streamlined, of course) step. Prior to the install it would do 145-148mph at 23 squares at 4000'. by black hole Fri Nov 16, 2012 5:51 pm, Post Owners who prefer carburetion over fuel-injection can gain horsepower increases through STCed engine replacements from Texas Skyways; Norland Aircraft Services, of Norland, Ontario, Canada; and P. Ponk Aviation of Camano Island, Washington. Aileron hinges are $350 apiece. So it leaves me confused with a predictable way to really gauge whether I am approaching a limit on landing. Both the Experimental Aircraft Association and Petersen Aviation in Minden, Nebraska, sell auto fuel STCs for $1 per horsepower. The wings are rigged to factory setup currently. Today, there's a solution. SAVE Last Update: 12/17/2020. The aircraft features a taildragger undercarriage design that is an essential element for successful bush planes. A word of warning, though, before you get too excited about some of the more exotic and lesser-known STCs that you will find on this Web site. Please select all the ways you would like to hear from AVIATION GROUP LTD: You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link in the footer of our emails. The gross takeoff weight of the 182 continued to increase as Cessna made model changes. Its doors were designed to accommodate an oil drum. Disclaimer: We are a participant in the affiliate programs of Amazon (Amazon Associates), Share a Sale, Faro Aviation, Rod Machado and others. Itll be short But Ill make it as sweet as I can. This bush plane is a STOL champ needing only 350 feet (106.8 m) distance to land or take off from virtually any surface, opening up the possibility of a quick trip into the most remote and unspoiled outlands. Monarch also sells rigid tanks that replace the fuel bladders. Can you Fly an Ultralight Across the Country? STOL Kit? I am addicted to back country/off airport flying. For starters, it has impressive STOL capabilities comparable only to rotorcraft. Isnt the longer prop a bit more prone to dings from picking up rocks, etc. In this article, we list 18 types of airplanes and what makes them unique! 66 182J. Itll be short But Ill make it as sweet as I can. They can fly into remote parts of Northern Canada, Alaska, Papua New Guinea, Norway, the Antillies, and the Antarctic. All rights reserved. The landing gear spring fairings are completely new-although now available on the new 2001 T182T model Skylane. Understanding that every plane is different, how much did it cost to replace the Horton with the Sportsman? British fighter planes of WW2 were responsible for inflicting the first German defeat of the war, buying the Allies enough time to regroup and launch the vital Normandy offensive leading to The Axis surrender. How big were the stock wheel/tires, and whats the current size? Forgot your password? Have you changed the nose fork and what tyres are you using? Many owners, when realistic about their capabilities, decide that the cost of a simple switch-actuated backup vacuum system is easier to handle than a transition to "needle, ball, and airspeed" should a vacuum pump fail in actual instrument conditions. I know that I would surely appreciate an article on this subject Scott. No I would not change the place where I put my HUD, it is perfect, doesnt block anything and easy to see. The 182 has seen many variants in its lifetime including a retractable gear model, a turbocharged model, and most recently, a diesel engine model. Obtaining a partner in the airplane is one way. Maple Leaf Aviation Ltd, in Brandon, Manitoba, Canada, also sells some speed-fairing kits. Currently installing a Sportsman STOL kit on my 182-K and curious if any of you are also flying with VG's? Did you ever fly your plane with Horton STOL before it had VGs? If the rules of aviation were rewritten to say that a pilot could buy one, and only one, airplane to fill every need he could foresee in his flying life, the chances are very good that the Cessna 182 would be that one airplane. The Sportsman STOL wing cuff is a state of the art modification originally designed by Lockheed Skunkworks to increase light plane utility and safety by increasing the wings efficiency and resistance to stalls and spins. The laws of physics related to aircraft speed increases are ruled by the cube law, which says that doubling the horsepower of an engine will increase the speed by the cube root of two, or 1.26 (26 percent). After getting a pilot's license in October of 2013, Corey has logged around 150 hours flight time, and is working on his instrument rating, and tailwheel endorsement. by GreenStar Sat Nov 17, 2012 3:57 pm, Post Basically its 520 jugs on a 470 with new pistons, a carb mod and I think on some models counterweights need to be added to the crankshaft or just a whole new crankshaft. Links to additional information about Cessna 182 modifications, including contact information for companies mentioned in this article, may be found on AOPA Online ( www.aopa.org/pilot/links/links0012.shtml). My current wish list also . Now its doing about 138. During the Vietnam War, scores of PC-6 Porters operated hundreds of clandestine missions delivering troops and supplies to remote, high-altitude bases located on unprepared airstrips in the hot jungles of Southeast Asia. Nate. At the newly approved GTOW the C-180 and 182 takeoff run time will be reduced by approx. I actually did the ISHAM upgrade this fall and then took my first cross country trip from Minneapolis to Portland, Oregon for Thanksgiving. Again another data point. The Piper rugged undercarriage can be fitted with large tundra tires or a pair of floats to notch a landing on lakes, tundra benches, and gravel bars. Lancair bought the STC from Sierra when they went belly-up. lakes. I observed none. You raise a good point about VGs and frosty wings. However it lost approximately 7-10mph in cruise. The Cessna 185 Skywagon bush plane is everything you expect from a Cessna, an aircraft manufacturer renowned for making excellent bush planes. best bang for the buck would have to be VG's, but the wing-x's are also a very good value. . It is easy to fall in love with this plane due to its vast payload capacity (8,785 Ib, 3,984.809 kg). Bush planes are the 21st century equivalent of the covered wagon, steam locomotive, and pony express all rolled into one. In the northern reaches of Minnesota, where bush flying is as tough as Alaska minus the mountains, A bush pilot's memoir of his adventures in the late 1960's and early 70's detail a career, An opportunity seized to try what many would call the ultimate 2-seat bushplane: the Aviat Husky A-1C, 1.14.2014 - Initial article format In the second part of this series, we cover operations on skis, and the unique challenges. In addition to everything Moore spoke so enthusiastically about, each 260SE has a new TCM Gold Medallion IO-470 engine, an aerodynamic cleanup, and a high-lift canard wing system. Reportedly, the VG kit should help. Re: Best STOL Mods, Cessna 182. by bring me the horizon Mon Nov 19, 2012 4:31 pm. SloRoam, Sep 8, 2021 #7 It flies great and stalls at 38mph indicated. Current tires are 8.50sx6 in the mains and 7.006 in the nose Now it's doing about 138. The FAA Web page offers some options that may help those who seek information on dormant STCs. Really like your videos! Today. After you have one, looking at the airspeed for landing will feel old fashion. The mods where installed by my mechanic in Costa Rica. Added new article from Ravi Fry Start your free trial today! The de Havilland Beaver is an iconic Canadian bush plane that has been in service since 1947, and it is widely regarded as a 20th-century Canadian aviation engineering marvel. Over the years, the G-21 has undergone several modifications to its engines, avionics, windows, and landing gear to adapt the airplane for its new role as a bush plane. The wings are rigged to factory setup currently. Short Take-Off and Landing Capabilities: This is a vital bush plane requirement. Both of these kits are effective, relatively easy to install, and inexpensive. Replaced the Horton with a Sportman, removed the stall fences and flap gap seals, added the VGs on top. Since then, they have become an indispensable general aviation aircraft providing an all-season lifeline to communities in the Australian Outback, the African savanna, Northern Canada, Alaskan Tundra, Amazon rainforest, and New Zealand mountains. Charlie Siebel, a retired Cessna engineer, developed the Flight Bonus kit that is now sold by Horton STOLcraft in Wellington, Kansas. Peterson's Performance Plus, of El Dorado, Kansas, has an STC to install the ultradependable 260-hp fuel-injected IO-470 engine (see " Peterson's 260SE is a Different Breed of 182"). And it can be rigged with floats or skis for water landings and snowy/icy terrain. How do you think your Sportsman STOL and Micro VGs compare with the Peterson front canard? There is a similar STC to convert the 182 into what is essentially a 180. And then the kicker. I,m still 10 months away from anual so it will be a while. Learn more about Mailchimp's privacy practices here. For $230 you get to legally burn auto gas in your 1956 through 1976 182. I can say it was the biggest improvement to the airplane. I owned a Robertson 206 and the very first Robertson 180. Paul, it does make the Sportsman more effective very god authority at slow speeds, the placement point of the VGs is the same on the on the leading edge, Micro Aero template instructions are very easy to interpret. For me this is a must and the first mod to do. My stall horn goes off too soon in my opinion. When the shop called them to order the three aileron hinge halves, they said they don't get many calls for the 182 parts (mostly 206 and others), and they'd have to fabricate a set. I bought the engine when it had 36 hrs on a Reman O470 R Continental engine. do you have 8.50 x 6 or the 8.510 on the mains? I am buying a 182 this summer and am thinking about an engine upgrade. Planes like the 182 are designed for efficient cruising balanced by reasonable field performance compared to dedicated STOL machines like the Beaver and Super Cub that are slow no matter what you do to them. Does MT sell props directly or do you have to get them from a dealer? I have a the Sportsman STOL, VGs, PPONK engine, BAS seat belts. 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