Buying a Modded Cessna 182 Spy Plane (300HP Fuel Injected Monster)
We bought a heavily modified Cessna 182P Skylane! We bought this plane basically sight unseen and plan to fly it home 700 miles! It has the 300HP "air plains" fuel injected engine conversion along with some STOL mods, so it is a beast! Go to brilliant.org/jraviation to get a 30-day free trial + the first 200 people will get 20% off their annual subscription
This plane is an ex reconnaissance spy plane used by California law enforcement. It has countless mods and was a deal we couldn't pass up. Should we mod it more? Train in it? Upgrade the interior? The 182 skylane is one of the best GA piston singles money can buy. On this first flight you'll see just how comfy it is and how easy it is to fly!
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I ordered the FFA airworthiness file on this aircraft 5 or so years ago after nightly orbits over my town. I wanted to know who it was and what it was capable of. In the early history of the aircraft it looks like a drug seizure, so a bad guy plane turned good guy plane.
Sac County? Who had it? Paint was new in 2002, and if it was CHP I would think it would be blue and gold stripes instead of the green and gold. So I am thinking it was a county that owned it since pretty much every county in the state uses green.
sherriff possibly
I'm currently maintaining a 1961 Fastback 182 with a STOL kit. You won't see 300' takeoff rolls, but 400' should be easy. Congratulations! The 182 is an amazing aircraft. We just installed a brand new 245 hp. O-470 in her, last fall. Which is great, but yours is a frigging monster! You're going to see 1,300-1,500 fpm climbouts! Congratulations!!!
Nice, yes maybe 400 is more realistic, I saw a lot of opinions and results online. This thing climbs like a homesick angel.
@@JRAviation, you did GREAT getting this well-maintained, upgraded 182! We had to settle for the 245 O-470 as the 500 series more than he wanted to spend, and the new O-470 was expensive enough. To get one already done, well, big congratulations and I hope you guy fly her well, often, and enjoy the hell out of her! I'll bet with one aboard, low density altitude, and half fuel, she might pull 1,500-1,600 fpm on initial climbout, if you can stand the angle. -Personally, I love it!
I ferried a ‘61 out of Colorado a few years ago to Florida and still get to fly her on occasion. Such an amazing airplane. The Sportsman kit is awesome for short field performance but it along with the tires will definitely put a dent in the overall cruise TAS. Enjoy the plane!
You really scored with this 182. I have a tons of hours on one 182Q with the Texas Skyways STC which is almost the same as yours with the difference of that one was still carbureted, with the 3 blades Hartzell prop, that plane was a beast, on a hot day, full gross weight it was still able of climb 500 to 700 ft/min and at 10000 ft at cruise power was able to get 150 TAS, IAS was just right to the yellow arc. We had it with standard tires and the boots, so maybe yours is going to be a little bit slower because of the drag from the big tires, but either way you’re going to love and enjoy it. Congrats guys
Awesome, that’s a sweet engine mod, these 182s really wake up!
You will love it! I have a Cessna 180 with same engine; climbs like a home sick angel and its a great back country airplane
I fly a 182 RG. With the extended range tanks. It's LOUD. I have heard that the 3 blade propeller is quiet. I also have heard that everything a 172 can do, the 182 does better. I also have heard that if you can get something into a 182, and still get the doors to shut, the airplane will fly.)
Nah that’s the Cherokee 6 300 😂
I currently own a 1976 182P model. It's the best investment and I'm super glad you guys got one. I cant wait to see more vids over it and and cant wait to see yall enjoy it. Congrats!
One of the greatest g/a aircraft ever made, and it'll be great to see the mods you guys do. And yes to new side panels in the back. Something more durable that'll stand up to wear and tear given the amount of stuff you can put in the back. Good luck and congrats on the fantastic find.
Nice find. Love the mods. Except for the heat, I especially like the huge side window. This could be a money maker for a commercial operation.
My dad purchased a 1969 brand new 182 .. Loved it ..great machine ..heavy controls ..its a beast ..what you can put in it it will fly
I was practicing traffic patterns and landings all month, getting ready for my first solo. Nice to see that you visited KSAC, my current home base!
I'm just up the road based at O61
@@JohnsonAviation Whoa dude, I just saw your Lake Berryessa video. That is just inspiring. I hope to one day get there!
This aircraft is top notch!!!💯 I really love this heavily modified Cessna 182 Skylane.
The 182 is definitely one of the best all around GA airplanes ever built. I’m currently looking for a good one myself. Thanks for the great content! Would really like more videos about the 182!
Awesome buddy nice to see you both. Good luck with your new plane. Would love to learn phil.
Love your enthusiasm for the plane side
Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉 Watching from Kenya. You guys always have great content
Thank you! We appreciate that! 🇰🇪
That's awesome! I got my PPL and IR in a 182 with the Air Plains conversion. Have the exact same engine.
I freaking love it every time u post a video, keep it up I love watching y'all!
Absolutely beautiful machine. Thank you.
I owned a 2014 Cessna 182T Skylane. A little trim back on the yoke at 20 ft. to landing makes a big difference in the roll out. (you mentioned "nose heavy" on the first landing.) Just remember to take it out for touch and go's. I have a few "muscle moments" pushing the yoke forward on climb outs at first.
Love your guys content. Keep up the good work
I love your 182. I wish I had one. Well done.
Nice 182! I have a 182P with the 285hp O520, sportsman STOL and VGs. I highly recommend adding the VGs. They really don’t affect stall speeds (if you have the sportsman wing) but they do greatly improve rudder and elevator authority as slow airspeeds. You are probably landing at full up trim with that setup, and in a crosswind at landing speed you will definitely notice the rudder needed. Add the VGs and you will see a big difference! Have fun and keep up the Avation videos!
...why does a plane of this type need "Vortex Generators"?
Good deal you guys jumped in on this one. p.s. Nice thoughtful gift for Owen on his B-day, well done.
Clean piece!! Wow
Great plane, I'd keep the door and use wrap material to bring the trim up to the rest of the lower paint scheme. That way it can be opened up for any recording mission.
Looks like a great addition to the fleet 🎉
That engine sounds really nice. Bad ass airplane.
Ive been watching you guys since I dont even remember man. I still remember the red 355(i think) ferrari you guys had! I used to get home and watch your videos! Now being a private pilot and finding your channel again its awesome man. Currently working on my IR! Get that PPL done brother! btw that skylane is just something ELSE. Enjoy it guys. 😎😎😎
Heck yea! Thank you for watching and supporting all of these years!!
Congras, good luck guys Robert y
I have an R182 and would love the Air Plains IO-540 in mine. Just as soon as that Powerball ticket hits the jackpot!
Wow, just noticed the Yamaha 250 behind you at the end of the video... Awesome, had the same bike (and colour) when stationed in Cyprus whilst serving with the RAF back in the day, bought it new. Live in the UK and now 70 years young, love the videos :-)
Awesome! Our dad bought it new in 1973!
@@JRAviation Bought mine the same year! Say hi to your dad :-)
That plane is a BEAST!
Was really looking forward to see the take off 🥲
the content is intoxicating, but the tall dude seems to be selling something 24/7. where does all the money come from? nice work!!! y'all are having the time of your lives. it's great to see.
Must be like flying a rocket powered tank. I fly a 2014 T206H with a TIO-540-AJ1A. Those engines are beastly
Trim full aft for landing. Really helps keep the nose off the ground. Also, something heavy, around 50lbs, in the cargo area helps. Did you check if the fuel bladders have been replaced at any time? If not, they may begin to leak before long. Good luck!
Congratulations Happy Days Happy Flying
I live next to Mather and train at Sac Executive. Cool to see you guys at my home area.
A beautiful bird good work guys
So funny you guys bought this. I had been looking at it for weeks and trying to figure out if I was interested. Definitely a unique build! I'm currently looking at another 300hp Air Plains model, very curious on your final review as I've only flown 235hp versions so far!
what was the asking price?
@@BrettMcNary I believe I first saw it in the 180's and it was listed for a while and the price dropped a at least once that I recall.
Go for the IO-550 Air Plains conversion if possible.
@@terrypedersen7 Does it make that much of a difference? Obviously take off performance would be impressive, but what about cruise?
@@jessegunderson2605 I don’t think you would see a huge difference as it’s strictly a horsepower difference at similar settings. Technically the 550 is an improved version of a 520 if flown properly. Meaning if you provide enough fuel on takeoff the engine will treat you well. If not it’s going to eat cylinders. So I should qualify my pushing towards a 550. It would be important in my opinion if I were buying a plane with a 550 (or 520 for that matter) to ensure that it has a good engine monitor in it and download the data to see how it has been flown. Also I would check the version of either engine to verify the TBO. Could make a difference in the long run and a consideration on why one might be more than the other.
Congrats! KSAC!
Hello from Sydney Australia. Gee the 182 is a real "diamond in the rough." What are the door hinges, locks and seals like? Been awhile since I've seen one fly open. Great tip with covering the prestige storage cars with plastic. 🌏🇭🇲
That airplane is amazing! So nice! I don't want to sound critical at all but, you may have been foreward of the CG limits?? That's been my experience with a 182 with long range tanks that are full and no rear seat occupants. Then again I don't know that particular airplane and whether you had any weight in the baggage area? Thank you for the great video on that show piece of an airplane! Well done, stay safe!
looks really sweet
PIMP THIS RIDE !!!!!! Can't wait !!!!
She is a beauty!!😍😍 my dream to to get my own airplane someday after I get my PPL.
Now it’s time for you and your brother to get your ppl 👍😉
Nice plane, guys!
Very nice 182
So cool to see ya guy get lunch at the airport I trained at…trained on a 152 they used to rent, n48762
Makes me want to learn to fly! Love hp!
Congrats! Cool video, cool plane! I'd love to fly that. Just one question: why would you reject flight following?
Cosmetically beautiful. 1500fpm? Unheard of. Incredible! Plans on installing wheel fairings?It would be nice.😉
Best purchase yet !! I like that barn door on the side. Btw I’m sure I might’ve missed the video but I guess y’all got your cirrus rebuilt and sold ?
Sold that one, but got another one 🤫
My experience with STOL planes is, you tend to pay for it in cruising speed, especially a Cessna which is factory slow to start with, and adding HP will not really change it much. At least the basic weakness of 182 , the weak nose gear are taken care of. I noticed the cruising speed is the one spec you avoided mentioning. If you use it in a lot of hot and high places, I am not sure if the turbo is a better way to go than to just add HP.
Try it a 24 square, like the cessna 210 at work, (who’s got the same engine, )it will be awesome!! 🚀 182 are a damn good airplane!!
Looks like a great, well maintained, airplane Jeff. I approve. Lol. Is this 182 a retractable? Owen is the man. He makes flying look effortless. I hope that Jeff is wracking up some flying time.
It's a fixed gear.
Outstanding !!
Nice one!
Excellent acquisition, enjoy....🙂👍
That is correct Owen - you suppose to cycle the prop first and then the mags!
Ooooohhh Yeeahhh time to take this Hot Rod over to the guy in Reno for a proper glass upgrade!
Nothing like a 182 on steroids. Can't wait to see what you guys have in store for the new acquisition. Hmm, home based at KSDL damn near shouting distance from here at KCGZ.
Nice video I wish I could fly with you guys
2:03 nice 👍😎👍
300hp, what a beast 😮
Guys be very careful, you have very little rudder at 32 kt. And absolutely no margin for error. I've got about 3200 hours in Cessna 207's in Alaska. About 600 of that was in stol 207's. I remember one of the biggest warnings was it could take off before the rudder would work.
Very good point, definitely gets sketchy that slow.
Really nice
On takeoff it goes to yellow and during climb out it goes red line . very strong engine
Good jump plane....You can make some good money if you can fly skydivers at a drop zone.
My favorite plane is the 182T because I fkew a lot in Papua and PNG (albet in FS2020). I like the T version because it has high alltitude chops. The ubiquitous mountains there go up to 15 or 16K with no few kow passes. You have me wondering what the ceiling is with your modified engine? Also, does the fuel injection take care of the mixture control for you?
Love the planes more than the cars👍👍
Having the BIGGER rubber on, an the potential increase in drag, what are the chances of installing a set of wheel pants on her ? Jeezzzz boys, hearing that little BEAST on crank-up, that massive lope ! She's a bad little hotrod boys ! ' have to admit, I'm absolutely jealous ! Looking forward to hearing from you after you have a chance to get comfortable with her, and get some insanely quick trips that would have taken you nearly twice as long !!! Wicked cool indeed ! 😎
Damn good find.
The sale didn’t even mention the 300HP conversion! Huge leg up for us!
@@JRAviation that's crazy
Great plane. The big sightseeing window is useless for you guys. It’s for observation on border controls or fire watching. To use it for filming or photography it should be open. As you want to redue the interior, seating and side panels, you should bring the 182 to origin without this useless window. If you put the rear seats in, non pilots passenger will feel uncomfortable for sure. So it makes so sense to keep the window for good comfort. The avionics style should be the same layout as in the Bonanza, so you have the same look and feel, and can use both intuitive. That makes sense too. I guess you will keep the Bonanza and the 182. So the invest is on the right spot to do. The 182 will be perfect as a mountainside and back country plane. So have fun and enjoy. And for you flight training in my opinion the 182 is 100% capable too. 😊
Sweet little bird! 🤙🏽🤙🏽
Got my shirt tail cut today. New subscriber here from bend🤘
Heck yea! Congrats man!
Yo JFK Junior. Glad to see that you now have a good trainer. . . I'll start to worry if you buy a Piper Saratoga II. . .
How did you come upon this deal? Was it through inside channels, or a public posting? While this additional question might seem unimportant, Im curious how buyers do the logistics of going to even look at a plane. It seems if youre ready to buy youll always need a second person to drive/fly the car/other plane back home, etc. Renting a car one-way to go buy a plane can cost close to $1,000 if its long distance. So how did you guys do this aspect?
Huh... I know those hangars well... and I wondered where that plane went. Fueled it up out here at MHR before you picked it up, hope she treats you well!
Small world!
Awsome!
About time you got something to train in! Get your license already! You almost should work to get Owen his CFI.
You need to fly that nice 182 down to the Marana Airport and have some breakfast at the Sky Rider Cafe located at the airport. Tell us when you are coming down!
nice... but is it me or is that huge crack in the pilots side front of the lower cowling ? only other thing i can see is that the registration shows that it's still the 470 according to the FAA site :D not sure if that's going to make an issue for you.
Be safe on your journey home.
Was there a price mentioned, or the hours on engine/frame etc? If so I missed that part.
Perhaps a new audio panel might go on the fixit list.
Hi Bros, That’s a cute little plane 👍
Wow!
congrats
Love the sound of those 500 cubic inches!! 8) --gary
How much does an A/C of this age and condition with the 300 hp normally cost? My son wants to be a pilot so he can fly from Florida to Texas with 4 people total.
Why don't you fly your plane instead of your friend?
Front Oleo looks a bit short, maybe requires a pump-up..
How do you do your audio to include ATC. I really need help with that
Congratulations... you lucky dogs 🐕 Enjoy 🐦
Congrats bros!!! Exuding rampant jealousy here.
I'm searching for my first plane. Wish I could afford a nicer plane like this. But, I can't wait to make that purchase.
The 140s are still rather reasonable right now, especially if you can find one upgraded to 160 or 180 hp. The 180 variants climb like crazy and get you some material speed increases
What is the cruising speed with that new engine, and how many gallons per hour at cruising speed ? Very cool aircraft. Looking forward to more videos. Take care
130 at 12 ish I think?
Sac exec! lol I fly out of nut tree just up the way