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Caravan1Life
United States
Приєднався 25 лют 2023
Flying, the final frontier
These are the voyages of the Carvan 208
Its multi- year mission
To explore super-cool destinations
To seek out new adventures
And new people
To try to go where people go with no particular plan
* Any reference to Star Trek(r) its copyrights, agents and all that is completely incidental
These are the voyages of the Carvan 208
Its multi- year mission
To explore super-cool destinations
To seek out new adventures
And new people
To try to go where people go with no particular plan
* Any reference to Star Trek(r) its copyrights, agents and all that is completely incidental
How I PRE-FLIGHT my CIRRUS SR22T - in-hangar prep to pre-start all the steps I go through in order
#cirrus #cirrusaircraft #cirrussr22 #cirrussr20 #aviationenthusiasts #generalaviation
* Not Instructional - entertainment only
Learning to fly ? New to plane ownership ? Just curious how planes are prepared for flight ?
I am a Commercial Pilot with an Instrument Rating and over 300 hours in the Cirrus SR22T. Through those flight hours and experiences I've developed a pre-flight process that works for me. Maybe this will help you ?
In my experience pre-flighting a plane is absolutely critical. I've taken the Cirrus POH pre-flight checklist and expanded in quite a bit to suite my needs. This way when I turn on the plane I'm pretty sure that anything I could have eliminated on the ground has been taken care of.
Here are the chapters in the video:
:00 - :25 - Overview - In-Hangar Work
:26 - 1:05 - Tire Inflation
1:06 - 1:38 - Icing Fluid (TKS), How much it weighs
1:39 - 2:05 - Oil, Why I'm sometimes lower after an oil change
2:13 - Exterior Pre-Flight , Outside Work begins
2:19 - Sources of information on pre-flighting for this plane
2:35 - Bat 2 activation
2:52 - 3:35 Checking the Lights - I do this even in VFR flying conditions
3:52 - 6:23 - Second walk-around to check exterior condition of plane
6:24 - 7:30 - Sumping fuel, checking tanks and fuel levels *NOTE - a correction here that water sinks below not floats on top as I stated
7:30 - 8:11 - Manual dipstick method
8:12 - 8:37 - Final inspection prior to starting-up plane
What I find that with some practice this entire process can take 10-15 minutes. When I do this listening to ATIS I find time to note the details in my ForeFlight screen and I'm ahead of the game when ready-to-taxi !
* Not Instructional - entertainment only
Learning to fly ? New to plane ownership ? Just curious how planes are prepared for flight ?
I am a Commercial Pilot with an Instrument Rating and over 300 hours in the Cirrus SR22T. Through those flight hours and experiences I've developed a pre-flight process that works for me. Maybe this will help you ?
In my experience pre-flighting a plane is absolutely critical. I've taken the Cirrus POH pre-flight checklist and expanded in quite a bit to suite my needs. This way when I turn on the plane I'm pretty sure that anything I could have eliminated on the ground has been taken care of.
Here are the chapters in the video:
:00 - :25 - Overview - In-Hangar Work
:26 - 1:05 - Tire Inflation
1:06 - 1:38 - Icing Fluid (TKS), How much it weighs
1:39 - 2:05 - Oil, Why I'm sometimes lower after an oil change
2:13 - Exterior Pre-Flight , Outside Work begins
2:19 - Sources of information on pre-flighting for this plane
2:35 - Bat 2 activation
2:52 - 3:35 Checking the Lights - I do this even in VFR flying conditions
3:52 - 6:23 - Second walk-around to check exterior condition of plane
6:24 - 7:30 - Sumping fuel, checking tanks and fuel levels *NOTE - a correction here that water sinks below not floats on top as I stated
7:30 - 8:11 - Manual dipstick method
8:12 - 8:37 - Final inspection prior to starting-up plane
What I find that with some practice this entire process can take 10-15 minutes. When I do this listening to ATIS I find time to note the details in my ForeFlight screen and I'm ahead of the game when ready-to-taxi !
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Database Update process, Cirrus SR22 w/Garmin Perspective+ electronics - entire update process
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#cirrus #cirrussr22 #generalaviation #flight The database update process for general aviation electronics can be difficult. It's because none of the vendors care about each others' systems. So you have Garmin in the Cirrus but the Perspective variety. Then you have the FAA approach plates and Jeppesen plates if you like those charts. All-in there are 8 databases and of course they don't update ...
What's needed to take care of your Cirrus ? What's in my hangar to make sure the plane is ready
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#cirrus #cirrusr20 #cirrussr22 #generalaviation Taking care of a high-performance General Aviation aircraft is not for the faint of heart. But there is a lot owners can do to handle routine maintenance and proper care to ensure the plane is always ready. My take is to check the plane after each flight (as well as before) and have what you need on-hand to ensure that as much up-time as possible....
Starting up the Cessna Caravan ! PT6A engine start-up sequence and running, zoom in on gauges...
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Starting up the batteries, electronics, all the way through complete engine start. The PT6A engine gets to running and stable operation in this video. 0:00 -:08 - intro :08 - :26 pre-start sequence :26 - :37 starter engaged :37 - :39 fuel introduced/light-off :39 - :52 ITT stable :52 - 1:13 stable operation When starting there are 3 things you are looking for: Hot Start No Start Hung Start Any ...
Cessna Caravan Training FlightSafety Int'l, simulators, classroom, flying the Caravan simulator
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Full details of a 9-day 'type' rating training and exams at FlightSafety International in Wichita, Kansas. Truly a world-class organization and facility. This was 'initial' training as opposed to 'recurrent' training. This training is required either by law or by the insurance carrier or both. Training consists of 3-4 classroom days and a final exam (ground training). Then 8-10 hours in the D-C...
Caravan 208 PT6 engine and some controversy...Inside the Pratt & Whitney PT6 engine. Episode 2.
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This is a PT6-114A engine in the Caravan 208 with 675 shaft horsepower. We'll look into the left and right side of the engine and call out key elements that make the PT6 engine special. This is a new engine with 16 hours on it and is performing flawlessly so far.
Flying the Cessna Carvan 208 after a 2 year wait! Delivery process and return flight from factory
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Here is the story of actually picking up a plane for personal use at the factory. Highlights some of the process and players that one can expect and the wonderful experience. I wanted to thank all those that were involved from Textron Aviation, Ortega Aviation and others. The rights and trademarks for the various players in this video is owned by them - none of their content is owned by me.
You do not need a type rating to fly a Cessna 208!
You are correct technically. but try to get insurance on a new Caravan without passing the training from FlightSafety or the equivalent
Nice! My plane is nearly identical to yours. The only difference is that I have black leather with black alcantara. Enjoy it and be safe!
Nice interior ! is your pre-flight similar to mine ?
@@caravan1life I do a full post-flight after each flight when I put it away. I also store it full of fuel to (mostly) prevent condensation. I have the whole plane coated with ceramic coating, so I just use a lint-free cloth with distilled water to wipe it down after each flight. I do it then instead of before to avoid grinding dust into the finish or lexan. I check the height of the wheel-pants above the ground before each flight and do a pressure check every few flights. The rest I do pretty much by the book, very similar to your walk aroud. My current plane is a 2022, and I had the trickle charger update installed during my last annual, I leave that connected in the hangar which is nice when you don't fly it for a while. I have a 2025 G7 on order in the exact same color scheme too.
@@Noircogi woa. Thats a nice process - think I'll adopt some of that. I've been looking for a an easier way to check the tires. This is also a 2022. It would be cool if more owners chimed in to see if there are any tidbits that I can learn from - thanks for the comments
Water sinks to the bottom of 100LL... You may want to look into that....
you are 100% right - not sure what I was thinking there - thanks for the correction
@@caravan1lifemaybe delete this video and film it again correcting the water separation?
I made a big note in the table of contents above on the issue - thanks for asking :)
This by far best description of PT 6 engine start up
thank you !
Thanks! Glad you liked it!
Ever thought of having the plane ceramic coated?
u know I did and I know it works great - just haven't had the time yet....thanks !
So you forgot the import stuff. You will need a spare #1 alternator and coupling. A spare nose and main tire and O rings for the wheels. They are different sizes. Spare brake pads and caliper O rings. I would also keep a spare #2 alternator bracket. These are common failure parts. And most maintenance shops wont have those specif parts unless they are a Cirrus service center. Just fyi..
Yah really good points - In the annual a few months back we replaced the brushes on Alt 1 and 2 and did the brakes. The spare tires are in the video and have them in the hangar. Some of the more specific Cirrus parts I'd probably just bring it over to the service center as there are 2 near me and a limited center on my field. Good points !
very helpful
pretty cool - thanks
Glad you liked it!
Awesome
Bring it on 🤩 greetings from the netherlands crew phhms
u got it
Thanks for this! Please make more content and a newer version of this video 🙏
Unfortunately I don't have the Caravan at the moment but putting videos out on the Cirrus SR22T
@@caravan1life no worries. Looking forward to that as well. Good luck buddy!
Why no new content? Would love to see Caravan videos
engine looks clean, is it new?
brand new yes
Greetings from the Netherlands, crew PH-HMS
greetings
Awesome! I had the opportunity to ferry three T206H out of this factory to South America.
Definitely want to see more content. Make as many vids as you can of this bird. So cool.
Nice
Brief follow-up post 1 week ownership and Textron has been responsive to questions and clarifications. I'll do a video on the things bc I'm sure other owner-operators and having similar questions....
great looking plane! some questions for you.... What factors made you chose the Caravan? Did you look at other similar planes like the kodiak? I am just curious. Also, I am going to Knoxville in 2 weeks to pick up my brand new 22T. Safe flights and keep making more videos please.
New SR22 - nice ! I was flying '15 SR22GTS until this plane. Have 15 hours in the plane and like it. I did look at the Kodiak 100 (900 was not out at the time). I am primarily looking for payload for the family - the Carvan and Kodiak don't care how much payload there is (up-to 8,500 lbs TOW). I really liked the Kodiak but not the sales people so much and the pricing was out of whack from the rest of the market...
@@caravan1life Very cool explanation. I am thinking in 2-3 years that i would like a plane with more payload as well to take the whole family on trips. The 22T will be great for now and who really knows what my mission will be but the kodiak and Caravan are right in the mix. Please keep making videos of your flying adventures.
@@burtlakebuddy Exactly was my approach. I love the 22T but with kids and stuff payload becomes an issue real quick.
So awesome. Love it.
Super Awesome - like to follow along - please do chapter breaks on the next one
will do - thanks !
Definitely want to see more content!
Awesome!!