thisadviceisworthles
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I'm looking at turbo engine options for a 2 seat plane, something along the lines of a Whitman W8.
The big points I would like to consider are:
Under 220lbs installed
Minimum 90hp @ 9000ft DA
Ability to run on pump gas I can buy anywhere (including E10)
Forced induction for consistent takeoff performance
Installed price of under $20K
Some proven time in the air (I don't want to be the first doing this install), with manufacturer support being ideal
My "measuring stick" is the Rotax 914, but I am looking for something with a lower cost to overhaul
My plan is to build this to be my "last plane", so I am looking at per hour cost including overhaul and with a preference for efficiency and ease of running.
The big points I would like to consider are:
Under 220lbs installed
Minimum 90hp @ 9000ft DA
Ability to run on pump gas I can buy anywhere (including E10)
Forced induction for consistent takeoff performance
Installed price of under $20K
Some proven time in the air (I don't want to be the first doing this install), with manufacturer support being ideal
My "measuring stick" is the Rotax 914, but I am looking for something with a lower cost to overhaul
My plan is to build this to be my "last plane", so I am looking at per hour cost including overhaul and with a preference for efficiency and ease of running.