Chris I was using 3.5 gallons an hour average when I had my VW 1915cc engine on my plane, for the first 34 test hours. I have not yet run the Corvair, but I think Mark Langford has included some of his oepration costs/fuel economy on his flight reports, along with some from Joe Horton as well. Mark Jones is flying the Corvair and can also probably comment on average useage.
Larry Flesner can report average useage for the O-200 he flies, and Jim Faughn is probably the most knowledgeable pilot on the net about VW operation costs and fuel consumption, as I believe he is one of the longest standing members of the net flying a VW (there are others; no offense meant). My tiedown at KSFB was $55 per month and will be $45 per month at KOMN. Hangars typically run anywhere from $150 to $300 per month depending on the airport, type of hangar, and whether it is shared or single T- hangar. I think Mark L has a hangar and so does Mark Jones, and I think Dan Heath does as well. I believe Brian still ties down his Mustang at KCRG. Count on an oil change at least every 50 hours, alternator belt each year, possibly a tuneup each year as well (depending on the type of plugs and wires run, if points or electronic ignition). Add the cost of a conditional inspection if you are not the Repairman Certified for your bird, once a year. Other cost comments welcome... Colin Rainey Independent Loan Officer Branch 2375 Apex Mortgage Company 386.615.3388 Office 407.739.0834 Cell 407.557.3260 Fax brokerpi...@bellsouth.net
