petehowell
Well Known Member
Just some numbers to show the economy and utility of these birds. My son was at his cousin's in Des Moines for the holiday and needed to be back in Minneapolis today for opening night at his sister's play. I was told to "go get him". The choice was to drive the family truckster down (500sm, 7.8 hrs @23 smpg), or make the pickup via RV-9A (500sm 3.2hrs @ 27 smpg).
Since the weather was clear, there really was no choice.
Running the numbers on cost:
Mini-Van 500/23 = 21 gal at $3/gal = $63
RV-9A 500/27 =18.5 gal at $4/gal = $74
The world is prettier at 8500 feet and I got back almost 4.5 hours.
Yes, I ignored some cost of owning a plane, but let me dream........
Since the weather was clear, there really was no choice.
Running the numbers on cost:
Mini-Van 500/23 = 21 gal at $3/gal = $63
RV-9A 500/27 =18.5 gal at $4/gal = $74
The world is prettier at 8500 feet and I got back almost 4.5 hours.
Yes, I ignored some cost of owning a plane, but let me dream........