Jim Burns wrote:

Myself and 2 other pilots lease ours from a local DE. I did all my
commercial and CFI training in it when it was available for rent from a
local FBO. I don't have any experience in a 172 or 172RG, but I would
characterize it as being very stable and nose heavy.

I've found the R182 and 182Q aircraft both similarly "nose heavy". Adding a
bit of power in the flair makes for an easy landing. W/o the power, it
take a little more work but is certainly possible (a I've learned from
power-off practice {8^).

[...]
The one we fly has the 80 gallon fuel tanks, so with full fuel it's
useable
payload is just under 800 lbs.

What year? Our '79 has 88 usable.

From where did the story that a 182 can carry what'll fit into it come?

- Andrew