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I'd read several references about Cirrus developing the P-Jet, which I
assume would seat four including pilot. This got me thinking about other segments they might explore. Considering the success of their SR20 & SR22 series, what are the chances of a SR-derived twin? A four-place fixed-gear composite twin (or, potentially a stretched 6-place variant) available with either the IO-360 or IO-550 if you really wanna boogie. My guess is such a plane with the 310hp motors should have a 210-220kt cruise based on the Baron's advertised 200kt cruise with 300hp Contis. The 200hp engines would make for a 180-190kt cruiser, based on the Seminole's advertised 168kt cruise with 180hp Lycomings. The CAPS system might be an even bigger selling point in a twin considering the Vmc rollover potential, although that situation normally happens right after takeoff and the acft may not have gained enough altitude for the system to be effective. Let the pocket-protector types figger out how to make it work at low alts. They'd also have to ditch the single lever power controls (which I've read many pilots don't care for) and add separate prop controls, or some kind of electric feathering control. I don't think a Cirrus twin is too much of a stretch considering how quickly they've caught up to Cessna after only 6(?) years building certified acft. If the Klapmiers can make a business case for a twin I think they'd sell quite well, even considering the cost of 100LL right now. Hmmm, maybe Thielert diesels... rambling mode off |
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