GussoneR 0 #1 February 2, 2009 Hi, Did anyone already jumped off a Cessna 337?? I found one to jump off, but it seems to me a little dangerous .. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
I3uller 0 #2 February 2, 2009 Why would it be dangerous? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
howardwhite 6 #3 February 2, 2009 Quote Why would it be dangerous? Possibly because it has a prop behind the door, as well as in front. 337s have been used for jumps (mostly demos) but generally with the rear engine shut down for exit.HW Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnRich 4 #4 February 2, 2009 For those wondering what he's talking about, see here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cessna_Skymaster How big is the arc of the rear propeller? How far does it extend past the sides of the fuselage? I wouldn't want to try it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CSpenceFLY 1 #5 February 2, 2009 I premature in the door could be a bitch. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
keithbar 1 #6 February 2, 2009 I know I've seen a pic somewhere of a guy exiting one. looked like he was in the process of a forcefull downward and outward dive out. I'd really have to be jonesing for a jump BAD!i have on occasion been accused of pulling low . My response. Naw I wasn't low I'm just such a big guy I look closer than I really am . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
I3uller 0 #7 February 2, 2009 Quote Quote Why would it be dangerous? Possibly because it has a prop behind the door, as well as in front. 337s have been used for jumps (mostly demos) but generally with the rear engine shut down for exit.HW Hahaha well that makes perfect sense. In my 10 second search for pictures of it I didn't notice the pusher prop. I can see how it would be a bit of a scare getting out. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GussoneR 0 #8 February 2, 2009 ok guys, thanks for answering. I thought jumping with the rear engine shut down for exit. I will think about it Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnRich 4 #9 February 2, 2009 QuoteI thought jumping with the rear engine shut down for exit. I will think about it Even with that engine shut down so it won't chop you to pieces, just remember that there is still a big sharp piece of metal sticking out. Depending upon where it comes to a stop, you could still potentially hit it. So a vigorous outward launch would still be a good idea. That would make for a darned cool logbook entry. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
howardwhite 6 #10 February 3, 2009 I posted this in History and Trivia a while ago... so it's a repost. It's a Soloy conversion; the rear engine replaced by a tailgate, the front engine replaced by a turboprop. AFAIK, one of a kind. HW Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnRich 4 #11 February 3, 2009 QuoteIt's a Soloy conversion; the rear engine replaced by a tailgate, the front engine replaced by a turboprop. AFAIK, one of a kind. And it's shitting skydivers! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
I3uller 0 #12 February 3, 2009 Thats too cool right there. And skydiver shitting aircraft are hands down the coolest ones out there. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
