Sled14 0 #1 January 24, 2006 Hey I was wondering what speed in mph planes would be traveling on exit? Anyone know the approx. speeds for king air, Cessna 182, twin otter, skyvan, and caravan when on the jump run? Just curious about something that hasn't come up in training Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Travman 6 #2 January 24, 2006 I'm sure there are people here that can provide an answer, but you could have a chat to the pilot at your DZ. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Weichkeks 0 #3 January 24, 2006 IIRC we exit on 170 kmp (105mph) on a C182. Not 100% sure tho. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JumpShipGypsy 0 #4 January 24, 2006 QuoteIIRC we exit on 170 kmp (105mph) on a C182. Not 100% sure tho. You are kidding right? When i was flying a 182 jump run speed was around 75mph. The caravan was a little faster at 90ish. Twin otters are slow too, 85mph. Ben Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob.dino 1 #5 January 24, 2006 For competition, I believe jump run is usually between 85 & 95kts. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Weichkeks 0 #6 January 24, 2006 No I wasn't. Although it was C205 which i was referring to (i just checked :) the plane specs are quite similar so you might be right anyway. I did a little research and thats what i found: Twin Otter: 85kts / 98mph / 157kmh AN-2: 65kts / 75mph / 120kmh Cessna 206: 75kts / 86 mph / 139 kmh Cessna Grand Caravan: 80kts / 92mph / 148kmh Pilatus Porter: 70kts / 81mph / 130kmh Twin Beach: 83kts / 95mph / 153kmh Keep in mind that these are exit speeds under competitive conditions. Student conditions may differ. The Jump Pilot's Handbook (2005) says: QuoteTerminal velocity of the human body is approximately 110 knots (127mph) and at speeds below 70 knots (81mph) flying the human body in freefall is more difficult. Speeds of 60 knots (69 mph) will make it easier for an inexperienced jumper to climb out onto the step and reduce the chance of an unplanned canopy deployment or the jumper falling off. Exit speeds can be the subject of considerable debate and you will be best guided by the DZSO as to what is required for the particular operation. Lars Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
niu 0 #7 January 24, 2006 "AN-2: 65kts / 75mph / 120kmh" Must be very near full throttle,then. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites TrickyDicky 0 #8 January 24, 2006 Remember what you feel just outside the door is not just the plane speed, but prop wash aswell. UK Skydiver for all your UK skydiving needs. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0
TrickyDicky 0 #8 January 24, 2006 Remember what you feel just outside the door is not just the plane speed, but prop wash aswell. UK Skydiver for all your UK skydiving needs. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
