by HPA | Nov 19, 2022 | Aircraft Brokerage, All News, Cessna Articles, General News
If you are in the market for a CitationJet (straight CJ), you have probably noticed the price increase over the last 18 months. I have been monitoring the Cessna CitationJet market over the last 8 months and the asking price is going from $1.4-$2.5 million USD. The price variable depends on several details including engine maintenance program status, avionics, DOC 10 inspection status, damage history, ownership history, airframe time, and operating conditions and location.
by HPA | Apr 4, 2022 | All News, Cessna Articles, Cirrus Articles, Garmin Articles, Training / Education
Learn how to use the Garmin G1000 VNAV descent planning with the Garmin GFC 700 autopilot. VNAV, VNV, VPTH, and more.
by HPA | Feb 28, 2022 | All News, Cessna Articles, Garmin Articles, General News, Product Reviews, Training / Education
A pilot’s detailed review of the Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot in a Cessna 182Q. Includes discussion of LVL button and ESP Electronic Stability Protection System. The Garmin GFC 500 Digital autopilot is an adaptation of Garmin’s OEM GFC 700 that can be found in several factory aircraft applications including but not limited to the Cessna 172, 182/T, 206, and TTX…
by HPA | Jun 14, 2021 | All News, Cessna Articles, Cirrus Articles, General News, Training / Education
Changes in the piston engine aircraft market are often reflected between flight training providers and aircraft manufacturers.
by HPA | Apr 10, 2021 | All News, Cessna Articles, Cirrus Articles, General News, Training / Education
When it comes to high altitude, i.e., turbo or supercharged engines, there are a lot of misconceptions. The vast majority of general aviation piston engines are normally aspirated, resulting in a good amount of flight instructors, commercial pilots, and private pilots alike that do not have any practical experience working with forced induction systems.
by HPA | Feb 12, 2020 | All News, Cessna Articles, Cirrus Articles, Garmin Articles, Product Reviews, Training / Education
I often get asked about comparisons between the Garmin G1000 and Avidyne Entegra systems. Many Piper, Cirrus, and Columbia aircraft originally debuted with Avidyne glass cockpit systems before later switching exclusively to the Garmin G1000 (or Garmin Perspective as Cirrus calls it). So what’s the difference between the Garmin G1000 and the Avidyne Entegra?
by HPA | Nov 28, 2017 | All News, Cessna Articles, General News, Press Releases
The Cessna Caravan platform has set the standard in the single-engine utility category for decades. The Cessna SkyCourier will build on that proven success in the large-utility category, offering even greater capability and mission flexibility.
by Brandon Ray | Nov 19, 2016 | All News, Cessna Articles, General News, Product Reviews
The Cessna Caravan is an iconic airplane, easily recognizable by its high-wing design, PT6 turboprop engine and suburban-of-the-sky demeanor. This summer I was fortunate to fly the Cessna Caravan on a demo flight in Conroe, Texas (KCXO). First, I rode along as a passenger to get a feel from the passenger’s perspective, and later, I flew the airplane from the front seat and experienced the handling characteristics for myself. The Caravan provides power, utility, versatility, and fun, while operating more cost-effectively than turboprop twins. Caravan operators appreciate the consistent reliability provided by this proven time-tested airplane.
by HPA | Jun 14, 2016 | All News, Cessna Articles, Cirrus Articles, General News, Training / Education
The ADS-B Mandate is just around the corner. By January 1, 2020, everyone will need to be on board with ADS-B when flying in any airspace that currently requires Mode C transponder. A lot of the discussion I have seen online about ADS-B has been focused on the politics. There is a great deal of resistance to the ADS-B mandate due to the financial burden it places on aircraft owners. Groups such as AOPA are actively advocating for aircraft owners in an attempt to delay the mandate. Regardless of your feelings about whether ADS-B is a benefit, it would be wise to be prepared for the mandate.
by Brandon Ray | Feb 8, 2016 | All News, Cessna Articles, Cirrus Articles, Product Reviews
I often get asked the question, “Which plane is your favorite: the TTx or the Cirrus?” My answer would be similar to your response if I asked you which of your kids is your favorite. There are unique aspects to each airplane. Although they might fulfill similar missions, they each have their own benefits which will draw people to one or the other depending on their preferences.
by HPA | Oct 22, 2015 | All News, Cessna Articles, Cirrus Articles, General News
New FAA Policy Simplifies Attitude Indicator Upgrades High Performance Aviation On September 14, 2015, the FAA published policy statement PS-ACE-03-08, “Replacement of Vacuum Driven Attitude Indicators in 14 CFR, Part 23/CAR 3 Airplanes.” This will make replacing a...
by Brandon Ray | Jul 2, 2015 | All News, Cessna Articles, Cirrus Articles, Training / Education
Airplanes that sit for extended periods tend to develop problems over time that may go undetected until you really need the airplane for your next flight. It is common to think that less flight time on an airplane leads to less maintenance problems, but that is only partially true.
by Brandon Ray | Oct 8, 2014 | All News, Cessna Articles, Garmin Articles, Product Reviews
In April 2014, I had the opportunity to fly the new Cessna TTx for the first time. A derivative of the previous Cessna 400 “Corvalis TT”, the TTx is Cessna’s latest offering of a high performance aircraft with a sleek and sexy airframe.
by HPA | May 7, 2014 | All News, Cessna Articles
To this day I still think about the beauty in that area and how it is so much different from the city life (both living and aviation). It was an absolutely amazing experience that I encourage every pilot to see for themselves in one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen in my life.
by HPA | Mar 5, 2014 | All News, Cessna Articles, Training / Education
The valley and surrounding terrain bring very odd and unpredictable weather, with freezing fog, snow, and low clouds popping up without notice. Since the mountains are so high, you also cannot get radar services or flight following in the valley or below 10,000ft. The only way to have your flight tracked was through a VFR flight plan…
by Brandon Ray | Jan 5, 2014 | All News, Cessna Articles, Cirrus Articles, Garmin Articles, Training / Education
One of the great (and sometimes confusing) things about the G1000 is that it provides many options for customization. One of the simplest options available to us is the ability to change the layout of the Flight Plan page on the MFD.
