On 26 Aug 2005 06:39:51 -0700, "gwengler" wrote:

Are those long range tanks factory installed or do you need a ferry
permit? I am amazed about the range! With 160KTS you can fly 2400NM
in 15 hrs. by using 8.7gph (no reserves). Is that realistic?
Gerd

The standard tankage is around 102 gallons. With the long-range tanks that
is increased to 130 gallons. They are an integral part of the wing --
basically an extra fuel tank bay outboard of the normal fuel tanks. I
believe the STC for this is held by Monroy, but the factory will do the
install on a new airplance; or it can be done aftermarket. In neither case
is a ferry permit required.

The longest trip I could see myself planning would be CYYT-LPL which is
about 1232 NM. However, once factoring in the distance to possible
alternates; and possible headwinds; it'd be nice to have the extra fuel.

A local surgeon took his O2 around the world. He had both the long-range
tanks as well as a ferry tank. He did require the permit for the ferry
tank.


Ron (EPM) (N5843Q, Mooney M20E) (CP, ASEL, ASES, IA)