extremeshannon 0 #1 March 25, 2013 I am doing research on a jump plane and would like to know what models, engines and other information about Cessna as jump planes. Any advice would be great. Shannon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
quade 4 #2 March 25, 2013 "Best" is the one you're inside while on jump run. Ubiquitous is probably the C-182 in some form or another, but the question of "best" is really subjective. Best for what and for whom? Best will be considerably different for a very small DZ catering to a few local jumpers to a small tandem mill catering to tourists. quade - The World's Most Boring Skydiver Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
extremeshannon 0 #3 March 25, 2013 Thanks for the reply. I am looking at starting a DZ and I am not a pilot or a plane guy. So I am looking around and people are telling me this is the plane you want or this one is. I have a few people I know are telling me the right info but I want to be more informed myself. This will be for a small DZ with tandems, fun jumpers, and students. In the next couple of years hope to have a second plane. So I am looking around in the local area for a plane and I need to be better informed on what I need or want. Thanks Shannon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mrubin 0 #4 March 25, 2013 Cessna 208 "I fly because it releases my mind from the tyranny of petty things." - Antoine de Saint-Exupery Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
extremeshannon 0 #5 March 25, 2013 That would be great. I am thinking a little smaller. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thrillstalker 0 #6 March 25, 2013 grand caravan"Never grow a wishbone, where your backbone ought to be." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jackwallace 3 #7 March 25, 2013 196U only make 2 jumps: the first one for some weird reason and the last one that you lived through. The rest are just filler. scr 316 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grimmie 186 #8 March 25, 2013 Is your new DZ going to be in Alaska? Lease a 182 already jump modified. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Decodiver 0 #9 March 26, 2013 Cessna 206 Soloy. 6 pax plus pilot comes with a turbine. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikeMedv 0 #10 March 26, 2013 How much money do you have? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
david3 0 #11 March 26, 2013 PT6-20 Cessna U206? http://www.dropzone.com/cgi-bin/forum/gforum.cgi?post=4447647#4447647 https://vimeo.com/60276912 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aeio540 0 #12 March 26, 2013 1. I think there were a few STCs for a 182 with a 280hp-300hp TCM IO-550. I imagine one of those stripped out for skydiving would give pretty decent climb rates. 2. Soloy C206 as previously mentioned. Just my $0.02. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EppyNephrine 0 #13 March 26, 2013 Cessna 206 Soloy Turbine Pac, as mentioned above, heh. Especially if you're planning on a DZ somewhere decently above sea level. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Juzzie 0 #14 March 26, 2013 Grand caravan with the 950hp motor....*IF AT FIRST YOU DONT SUCCEED... SKYDIVING IS NOT FOR YOU!!!* Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vpjr 18 #15 March 26, 2013 Dave, Thanks for the PT6 206 plug. Big engine 182 with Wing-X then upgrade to my plane. Ive got a lot of snow here and after I get everything cleaned up Ill try and get some performance numbers and a video with the doors off and spoiler installed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bitswd 0 #16 March 26, 2013 The one that is airworthy 1hr after its last 100hr, and complies with all applicable AD's... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
extremeshannon 0 #17 March 26, 2013 QuoteIs your new DZ going to be in Alaska? Lease a 182 already jump modified. Yes dropzone is in Alaska Looked for a lease never found one up here and have the money to buy. Thanks Shannon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
extremeshannon 0 #18 March 26, 2013 QuoteHow much money do you have? I should have enough for a decent jump plane. Thanks Shannon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
extremeshannon 0 #19 March 26, 2013 Thanks everyone Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DBCOOPER 5 #20 March 26, 2013 1959 straight tail. Little more gross weight and cowl flaps.Replying to: Re: Stall On Jump Run Emergency Procedure? by billvon If the plane is unrecoverable then exiting is a very very good idea. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jimmytavino 16 #21 March 26, 2013 Best Cessna Jump Plane?????? ANY One that's paid for !!!good luck in your endeavor!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy9o8 2 #22 March 26, 2013 Quotedropzone is in Alaska Maybe consider a DeHavilland Beaver. Good STOL capability. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jimmytavino 16 #23 March 26, 2013 Quote Quote dropzone is in Alaska Maybe consider a DeHavilland Beaver. Good STOL capability. right....gets OFF the runway quick.... Up to altitude??? NOT so quick remember 8 ways Out of Howies Beaver,?? Andy9o8???@ Seneca Falls !!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IJskonijn 45 #24 March 26, 2013 QuoteGrand caravan with the 950hp motor.... We have one of those at my home DZ. I don't even bother taking off my helmet above 1000ft anymore. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy9o8 2 #25 March 26, 2013 Quote Quote Quote dropzone is in Alaska Maybe consider a DeHavilland Beaver. Good STOL capability. right....gets OFF the runway quick.... Up to altitude??? NOT so quick remember 8 ways Out of Howies Beaver,?? Andy9o8???@ Seneca Falls !!! Yep! First freefall, first 4-way, first sub-2K exit when it blew an oil seal. Tom Brown has that beat: he was in it for its first crash (first one at that location, at least ) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
