The PA-24 I think is the best light aircraft ever built. I knew Max Conrad one of Pipers great ferry pilot. Max ferried many PA24 around the world from the Piper factory in the US. Max was a very talented pilot and a great guy to know. His most famous ferry flight in a PA 24 was from Chicago to Rome. Flight time NON STOP 51 hours.
Hello, I have been training with the 182 and love the A2A and all it has to offer. I want to become proficient with the Skylane before trying other aircraft but would like your advice please. Is the Comanche a logical (good) step up from the 182? How different is the Piper from Cessna for you as an experienced pilot? For a beginner like me, will that difference confuse me too much to fly both at this time? Is the complexity too great to even think about for me at this stage? What do you think will be the most challenging difference when I fly this plane? So far all of your advice for the 182 has made me a better sim pilot - thank you :)
Jiva Daya Remembering to put the gear down and not having to worry about cowl flaps are two big changes. And the Comanche is a fast, slick plane that takes a bit more planning to slow down properly. And it's a low wing, and then just the differences in switches and radios and locations, but that's small stuff. At the end of the day, it's just another airplane and it's operated the same. You just have to give the manual a once through to become familiar with the plane and systems and know the numbers to fly by. You should be able to handle it after mastering the 182. It'll be a challenge but that's all part of the fun :) I'll be here to answer your questions as usual.
Awesome instruction! Just a quick tip. I add an "S" to the G.U.M.P. checklist also. Not just for seat belts as you've mentioned but also for "switches". Such as fuel pump, and landing lights. In case you're operating commercially. Keep up the good work. I'm subscribed now! I do Aviation vlogs in case you're interested.
I guess that didn't make it into the video haha. I'm reading your comment like, "I do that all the time, GUMP S, seat belts, switches...." Glad you brought it up here for others to see! Very good point.
Hi Sim CFI! Thank you for your very educative tutorials, your channel is teaching me a lot. Here a request: I'd like to see a tutorial on a complete IFR flight planning with a complex high-performance plane (route, weather, notams, E6B, navlog) and in particular on how to use performance charts in order to understand the fuel consumption and time calculations for taxi, takeoff, climb, cruise, descent, missed approach, cruise to alternate and landing. I know it's a lot of stuff... so if you wanted to make a proper IFR tutorials series with the Comanche (maybe pointing the differences with the VFR talkings so far) it would be very appreciated :D Thank you!
@SIM CFI Nice video! Doesn t the manifold pressure get to high if you run the engine with 1800RPM and keep the throttle in the same position as it had before? I have the same question if it is okay for the engine if you run it with 2400RPM an full power, because until now I thought that it would be wrong to decrease RPM before decreasing manifold pressure, but now I am not sure anymore and a little bit confused because I am sure that you know it better than I do.
Gega Zautashvili there is a chart that allows you to figure out maximum manifold pressure for a given RPM. I think it’s included in the A2A manual but I’m not sure. I’ll get back to you. Another useful chart that is included in the manual is the cruise performance charts. They give you a wide variety of power settings and it gives you an idea of what power settings are acceptable.
@@SIMCFI From your experience, do you have preferences for carburator or fuel injector engine? I notice GA aircraft like Cessna C182 and Bonanza V tail, both don't need mixture full rich during engine start.
@@jeffhiew5795 fuel injected can be harder to start when already warm. Carbs can be harder to start in cold weather. Fuel injected you can get better injectors that are more even, then get an engine monitor that allows you to run the engine more efficiently. You can look up lean of peak operations. AvWeb has some articles on that. Carbs probably cheaper and more simple maintenance. Aside from all that not sure which is ultimately better. Fuel injection for more efficiency or carbs for simple and cheaper.
@@jeffhiew5795 On the NAV1 Radio you have a Switch to show the DME on the Radio itself. Originally you have the Active and the passive Frequency readout and if you turn the Switch underneath the active Freq you have the DME readout instead of the Frequency. Pardon for my English, it´s not my native Language.
Shourya Khare the Comanche is a great choice because of its capabilities and also because it’s one of the lightest on frame rates. If you don’t have a great PC then choose the Comanche. When the Bonanza came out it was harder on frame rates for me. I haven’t flown it in a while and it’s had some updates. Maybe it’s better now. The Bonanza would be my #1 pick for a general aviation plane from A2A. Now if you really like warbirds then the spitfire or P51 would be my choice. Or if you like old school airliners then the constellation is amazing. So depending on your style of simming, I have narrowed it down to these three choices for you: Bonanza, P-51/Spitfire, or Constellation.
As long as you maintain at least 15 inches manifold pressure in the descent then you'll be fine. Keep an eye on CHT and make sure it doesn't get too low. Other recommendations include reducing one or two inches every thousand feet or minute. My instructor during my CFI training is an experienced CFI and mechanic and he said as long as the engine is producing power (15 inches manifold pressure) then shock cooling won't be an issue.
SIM CFI So I've only ever played Xplane, however ever since discovering A2A I have been wanting to pick up P3D as well. The only thing that's stopping me are the constant "Xplane has a more realistic flight model" discussions. Do you think it's worth the money to jump into P3D? This has turned into such a dillema, lmao
Xplane and FSX/P3D use different methods of determining flight models. P3D uses lookup tables which relies on accurate data. This means that payware planes like A2A are really well done and very realistic. Xplane uses a system that can essentially read the airfoil and the plane which makes it better at a default level, but can still have errors. A2A planes are just as realistic (if not more) than anything xplane has to offer.
The PA-24 I think is the best light aircraft ever built. I knew Max Conrad one of Pipers great ferry pilot. Max ferried many PA24 around the world from the Piper factory in the US. Max was a very talented pilot and a great guy to know. His most famous ferry flight in a PA 24 was from Chicago to Rome. Flight time NON STOP 51 hours.
This is a very clear video. Just the right amount of info. Thank you.
+joenurses Thanks, I'm glad you liked it :)
I have some Comanche time. Very cool bird. Cool sim
Hello,
I have been training with the 182 and love the A2A and all it has to offer. I want to become proficient with the Skylane before trying other aircraft but would like your advice please.
Is the Comanche a logical (good) step up from the 182? How different is the Piper from Cessna for you as an experienced pilot? For a beginner like me, will that difference confuse me too much to fly both at this time? Is the complexity too great to even think about for me at this stage? What do you think will be the most challenging difference when I fly this plane?
So far all of your advice for the 182 has made me a better sim pilot - thank you :)
Jiva Daya Remembering to put the gear down and not having to worry about cowl flaps are two big changes. And the Comanche is a fast, slick plane that takes a bit more planning to slow down properly. And it's a low wing, and then just the differences in switches and radios and locations, but that's small stuff. At the end of the day, it's just another airplane and it's operated the same. You just have to give the manual a once through to become familiar with the plane and systems and know the numbers to fly by. You should be able to handle it after mastering the 182. It'll be a challenge but that's all part of the fun :) I'll be here to answer your questions as usual.
Awesome instruction! Just a quick tip. I add an "S" to the G.U.M.P. checklist also. Not just for seat belts as you've mentioned but also for "switches". Such as fuel pump, and landing lights. In case you're operating commercially. Keep up the good work. I'm subscribed now! I do Aviation vlogs in case you're interested.
I guess that didn't make it into the video haha. I'm reading your comment like, "I do that all the time, GUMP S, seat belts, switches...." Glad you brought it up here for others to see! Very good point.
Great tutorial. Wish you would do one on the Flight1 King Air.
Nice video and nice instructions, easy to understand! Great job!
Hi Sim CFI!
Thank you for your very educative tutorials, your channel is teaching me a lot.
Here a request: I'd like to see a tutorial on a complete IFR flight planning with a complex high-performance plane (route, weather, notams, E6B, navlog) and in particular on how to use performance charts in order to understand the fuel consumption and time calculations for taxi, takeoff, climb, cruise, descent, missed approach, cruise to alternate and landing.
I know it's a lot of stuff... so if you wanted to make a proper IFR tutorials series with the Comanche (maybe pointing the differences with the VFR talkings so far) it would be very appreciated :D
Thank you!
@SIM CFI Nice video! Doesn t the manifold pressure get to high if you run the engine with 1800RPM and keep the throttle in the same position as it had before?
I have the same question if it is okay for the engine if you run it with 2400RPM an full power, because until now I thought that it would be wrong to decrease RPM before decreasing manifold pressure, but now I am not sure anymore and a little bit confused because I am sure that you know it better than I do.
Gega Zautashvili there is a chart that allows you to figure out maximum manifold pressure for a given RPM. I think it’s included in the A2A manual but I’m not sure. I’ll get back to you. Another useful chart that is included in the manual is the cruise performance charts. They give you a wide variety of power settings and it gives you an idea of what power settings are acceptable.
Great video, nice instructional technique.
I noticed that during engine start for PA24, the mixture needs to be full rich? Due to the carburator engine?
Correct
@@SIMCFI From your experience, do you have preferences for carburator or fuel injector engine? I notice GA aircraft like Cessna C182 and Bonanza V tail, both don't need mixture full rich during engine start.
@@jeffhiew5795 fuel injected can be harder to start when already warm. Carbs can be harder to start in cold weather. Fuel injected you can get better injectors that are more even, then get an engine monitor that allows you to run the engine more efficiently. You can look up lean of peak operations. AvWeb has some articles on that. Carbs probably cheaper and more simple maintenance. Aside from all that not sure which is ultimately better. Fuel injection for more efficiency or carbs for simple and cheaper.
@@SIMCFI I notice PA24 Comanche doesn't have a DME, can't find info in the manual too. How does the pilot know the distance to the VOR?
@@jeffhiew5795 On the NAV1 Radio you have a Switch to show the DME on the Radio itself. Originally you have the Active and the passive Frequency readout and if you turn the Switch underneath the active Freq you have the DME readout instead of the Frequency. Pardon for my English, it´s not my native Language.
What addons do you use? I really like the lighting
Thanks, very enjoyable.
i have x plane 11. where can i get and download the 250 Comanche? I own and fly a real 1959 Comanche 250
This Comanche in the video is for Prepar3D only, from the developer A2A Simulations. I don't know of any Comanche made for xplane.
Excellent video.
I have question, If I could get only one A2A aircraft, which one should i get?
Shourya Khare the Comanche is a great choice because of its capabilities and also because it’s one of the lightest on frame rates. If you don’t have a great PC then choose the Comanche. When the Bonanza came out it was harder on frame rates for me. I haven’t flown it in a while and it’s had some updates. Maybe it’s better now.
The Bonanza would be my #1 pick for a general aviation plane from A2A.
Now if you really like warbirds then the spitfire or P51 would be my choice.
Or if you like old school airliners then the constellation is amazing.
So depending on your style of simming, I have narrowed it down to these three choices for you: Bonanza, P-51/Spitfire, or Constellation.
@@SIMCFI thank you.
Great video, thanks very much.
Do you fly Piper PA-24-250 irl?
Unfortunately, no, but I've flown similar types.
SIM CFI I'm interested in your opinion on CHT management during descend and final approach?
As long as you maintain at least 15 inches manifold pressure in the descent then you'll be fine. Keep an eye on CHT and make sure it doesn't get too low. Other recommendations include reducing one or two inches every thousand feet or minute. My instructor during my CFI training is an experienced CFI and mechanic and he said as long as the engine is producing power (15 inches manifold pressure) then shock cooling won't be an issue.
SIM CFI Tnx.
I need A2A in my life
Discwhizkid s yes...yes you do
SIM CFI So I've only ever played Xplane, however ever since discovering A2A I have been wanting to pick up P3D as well. The only thing that's stopping me are the constant "Xplane has a more realistic flight model" discussions. Do you think it's worth the money to jump into P3D? This has turned into such a dillema, lmao
Xplane and FSX/P3D use different methods of determining flight models. P3D uses lookup tables which relies on accurate data. This means that payware planes like A2A are really well done and very realistic. Xplane uses a system that can essentially read the airfoil and the plane which makes it better at a default level, but can still have errors. A2A planes are just as realistic (if not more) than anything xplane has to offer.
Thanks😀
Learning how to fly with Mike Kennedy from Airplane repo lol you guys sound alike
Great video thanks. You just gain a new Subscribe
A 200HP airplane is not a high performance airplane as you said :/
Can't believe I said that. Thanks for the catch.
No worries bro
Sim cfi > simulation in FSX ou X plane ??
I don't use FSX, I use Prepar3D. I like both Prepar3D and X-Plane. Tough call to go for one or the other.
As I recall, Hi Performance is a plane with OVER 200 hp, so 201 hp and up. A 200 hp plane is NOT hi-perf by FAA standards.
Andork Kuomo that is correct. If I said 200 in the video then that's wrong. Must be > 200
What game is this
Lockheed Martin Prepar3D, with addons installed for aircraft, scenery, and weather.
thank you been looking for a sim to fly this aircraft!
Yungtaylorphotography the addon aircraft is A2A Simulations Comanche 250
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yes?