"Stu Gotts" wrote in message
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On Sun, 7 Sep 2003 07:08:04 -0700, "Tom S." wrote:


"Stu Gotts" wrote in message
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Commander never had a good customer service history and parts were
very hard to obtain. Hell, it was hard to get them on the phone! Now
that they're out, I would imagine that it's even more of a chore.

"Out"?

Aren't they bankrupt and the doors closed?

Chapter 11 -- reorganization

Otherwise...

Speeds
Maximum 164 kts.(304 kph)
Performance Cruise (75% Power)160 kts. (297 kph) (a 182RG does 148kts)
Economy Cruise (65% Power)155 kts. (287 kph)
Long Range Cruise (55% Power)149 kts. (276 kph)
Stall (Cruise Configuration) 60 kts. (111 kph)
Stall (Landing Configuration)54 kts. (100 kph)





Way
underpowered,

260 HP is "underpowered"?

HP isn't the factor. Look at the speeds those 260 ponies are taking
you.

Look at the 148kts that 235HP takes you in a 182RG.

I'd rather look at climb capability. Speed is a factor of their large and
comfortable cabin.