Test flew an SR22T-G5 today

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As many jokes as I have made and heard about the red handle, I actually decided to look at one today. I was very impressed. The plane is so much faster then my 206 and it handled extremely well. If I do move forward with a Cirrus, it will likely be a NA version as I don't see the need for a turbo in the south east but I'm still very much on the fence on this decision.

I find it frustrating that there is no discount program on these planes. I guess supply and demand sets the price. Other planes I have been looking at certainly had end of quarter/year incentives which were very attractive but I since there are no demo models available and a line to get into the production schedule, the price is what the price is.

Even more disappointing is the vref spear on my T206H for wholesale vs retail is $100K so there will be no trade in option for me and will have to wait for my plane to sell before I can move forward which would put me without a plane for a few months or more. At that point I will probably just settle for a used one anyway which will save me a few bucks so I guess it's not all bad.

So now I sit and wait for my plane to sell to see if I will actually join the red handle club.
 
They fly like an airplane. Some people crap on them but I really liked flying an hour in one. $$$
 
I think you will enjoy it. It's a very modern airplane that was reall designed with the user interface in mind. That doesn't really show up on paper when someone compares a legacy airframe to a newer Cirrus on paper but it makes a BIG difference in real life use. Let me know if I can help in anyway. I've had 2 of them and am over 2000 flight hours in the SR22.
 
Are you still looking at the DA62 mulligan?

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farmerbrake said:
Are you still looking at the DA62 mulligan?

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Love the DA62 and wanted to buy it but the fact that I am finding it extremely difficult to A get hanger space for it because the wing span is so big and B the service on it in my area is almost non existent coupled with there are only 11 of the sold in the US make it a very difficult decision. It looks like the Cirrus will cover both of those very well and while it does not meet my mission for the net year or two, will be able to make great use of it as the kids grow up and go off to school.
 
Don't cut yourself short on the turbo --- just saying. I'm in the S.E. as well and purchased a Columbia 400 earlier this year ---- absolutely love the turbo / however I think the 400 is a different setup than the SR22 turbo. Unless you are truly going to stay low and close to home give the turbo some thought.
 
mulligan said:
Love the DA62 and wanted to buy it but the fact that I am finding it extremely difficult to A get hanger space for it because the wing span is so big and B the service on it in my area is almost non existent coupled with there are only 11 of the sold in the US make it a very difficult decision. It looks like the Cirrus will cover both of those very well and while it does not meet my mission for the net year or two, will be able to make great use of it as the kids grow up and go off to school.
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Yeah that wingspan is a killer. But thanks for keeping us updated! I'm living vicariously through you lol.
 
I love the SR22T G5. So much that, well, you'll soon see.

They're amazing planes. Their training programs are well structured and valuable. I'm really impressed with how they structure the other bits to truly make it an ownership experience. Heavy emphasis on recurrent training.

And totally awesome planes. Thumbs up!
 
They are great traveling planes. I flew one for over 4 years. It was a 2002 NA version and I too live in the southeast. The NA versions climb up to 11k or 12k fine. Most times in the eastern half of the US if you need to go higher you probably want to go somewhere else. :eek: I'm usually changing my route at that point.
 
wayne said:
They are great traveling planes. I flew one for over 4 years. It was a 2002 NA version and I too live in the southeast. The NA versions climb up to 11k or 12k fine. Most times in the eastern half of the US if you need to go higher you probably want to go somewhere else. :eek: I'm usually changing my route at that point.
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Yup - I'm pretty set on the NA. An extra $100K to do things that I typically have not or would not do does not seem to be worth it. And they hold their value pretty well so after a couple years if I feel I needed the Turbo, just wash, rinse, repeat!
 
The NAs have lower MX costs, are easier to work on and depreciate less. On the other hand the turbos have the obvious advantages (speed, altitude, climb rate, weather avoidance). No right or wrong answer, I've had both and the turbo is better for me, but not for all.
 
You ain't cool unless you buy a turbo
 
CC268 said:
Move to Colorado, smoke some wacky weed and lets get highhhhh in the Turbo! Did you know wacky weed increases your piloting skills by 52.5%?
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I thought it was 42.0%...your estimate seems "high"...bah dum tsss...I'll be here all week...tip the wait staff...
 
nice....:D

If you haven't flown a turbo....you must. Even if you think you won't need it....they are very nice to have. If anything the climb performance to avoid weather is wonderful.
 
mulligan said:
As many jokes as I have made and heard about the red handle, I actually decided to look at one today. I was very impressed. The plane is so much faster then my 206 and it handled extremely well. If I do move forward with a Cirrus, it will likely be a NA version as I don't see the need for a turbo in the south east but I'm still very much on the fence on this decision.

I find it frustrating that there is no discount program on these planes. I guess supply and demand sets the price. Other planes I have been looking at certainly had end of quarter/year incentives which were very attractive but I since there are no demo models available and a line to get into the production schedule, the price is what the price is.

Even more disappointing is the vref spear on my T206H for wholesale vs retail is $100K so there will be no trade in option for me and will have to wait for my plane to sell before I can move forward which would put me without a plane for a few months or more. At that point I will probably just settle for a used one anyway which will save me a few bucks so I guess it's not all bad.

So now I sit and wait for my plane to sell to see if I will actually join the red handle club.
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Congrats on the test flight. It's one of those experiences that makes it difficult to get into another plane afterwords. :)
One option to also consider if you have some timing issues is to order a new one and put it on factory leaseback with Cirrus. I have a friend who did that for a year and got almost $100k in revenue which effectively let him buy a 1 year used plane with all the exact options he wanted. You don't have to go a full year, so even 3-6 months while waiting on your plane to sell.

If you haven't already I highly recommend you join COPA and poke around there. It's a great community with a heavy focus on safety. I've only been flying for a year and have several really good friends I've met through various COPA events.

Friend and I are taking delivery of a new SR22 in February and we can't wait.
 
A turbo does add a lot of $$$ to MX expenses. You typically go through two turbochargers to one engine overhaul. But, if you're contemplating a new SR22 I suppose you can afford it.
 
For the type of money you're talking, have you thought about a 210 turbine conversion? I'd trust that much more than a trainer twin or a parachute, plus you get all bleed air benefits
 
mulligan said:
As many jokes as I have made and heard about the red handle, I actually decided to look at one today. I was very impressed. The plane is so much faster then my 206 and it handled extremely well. If I do move forward with a Cirrus, it will likely be a NA version as I don't see the need for a turbo in the south east but I'm still very much on the fence on this decision.

I find it frustrating that there is no discount program on these planes. I guess supply and demand sets the price. Other planes I have been looking at certainly had end of quarter/year incentives which were very attractive but I since there are no demo models available and a line to get into the production schedule, the price is what the price is.

Even more disappointing is the vref spear on my T206H for wholesale vs retail is $100K so there will be no trade in option for me and will have to wait for my plane to sell before I can move forward which would put me without a plane for a few months or more. At that point I will probably just settle for a used one anyway which will save me a few bucks so I guess it's not all bad.

So now I sit and wait for my plane to sell to see if I will actually join the red handle club.
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I'm going fly a regular Cirrus SR22 December 10th for the first time which I'm excited about. I will take some photos. I hope I like it! It has two doors which is always a blessing unlike the Pipers. I hope its more room as well.
 
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