New Bird


FlorIdaho Chris

FlorIdaho Chris

Yeah, I've got one.
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Aug 1, 2005
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I know we have some pilots on this board. Thought I'd post these shots of my new bird. I took delivery last week. I made a couple low passes after departure from the factory and the Cessna photographer shot these photos.

What a ride. Almost as much fun as a GT...almost...

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Man, you get all the best toys :lol

Needed a bigger one?
 
Nice

Chris,
Nice Sky Ride !
Enjoy It.
:cheers
 
Looks good Chris, Is that a 2 or are you up to the 3 now?
Sometime I would like to discuss the insurance problems with those birds. And how we can manage the risk.That plane has great colors and I know it's sweet inside. Is my 525 type rating good for that also?

I'll be looking for it on the ramp at sema.
 
DBK said:
Man, you get all the best toys :lol

Needed a bigger one?
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Nah, not any bigger. Just more powerful engines and upgraded avionics in the same airframe. Just like cars, you can never have too much HP!

PILOTJPW1 said:
Looks good Chris, Is that a 2 or are you up to the 3 now?
Sometime I would like to discuss the insurance problems with those birds. And how we can manage the risk.That plane has great colors and I know it's sweet inside. Is my 525 type rating good for that also?

I'll be looking for it on the ramp at sema.
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It is a CJ2+ which is basically a CJ2 with CJ3 engines and avionics. It climbs better and cruises at the same speeds on less Jet-A than the CJ3. I have no need for the 3's longer cabin.

Yes, your 525 type is good for the 2+ and the 3. Probably just need the four day differences course at Flight Safety for insurance.

I'd be happy to discuss insurance with you. Just PM me when you'd like to chat.

Yes, it is on the ramp at SEMA, but parked at VGT not LAS.

Here's the interior shots


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Hey, I don't see any lifevests under the seats. What gives? Can't fly over water?
 
Bird

Chris,

Congratulations! Great bird. Only thing missing are GT stripes over the nose! If you want some time in it, run up to John's Island Executive Airport (http://www.airnav.com/airport/KJZI/MERCURY_) it's only a few minutes from the house. I'll pick you up and buy breakfast, lunch...or dinner. :wink

Gordo.
 
More info

Location
FAA Identifier: JZI
Lat/Long: 32-42-03.1000N / 080-00-10.5000W
32-42.051667N / 080-00.175000W
32.7008611 / -80.0029167
(estimated)
Elevation: 17 ft. / 5.2 m (surveyed)
Variation: 05W (1985)
From city: 6 miles SW of CHARLESTON, SC
Time zone: UTC -5 (UTC -4 during Daylight Savings Time)
Zip code: 29455
 
fjpikul said:
Hey, I don't see any life vests under the seats. What gives? Can't fly over water?
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Actually if you look close you'll see a little red dot on panels on the base of the seats. The life vests are stored in behind those removable panels.

FB GT40 said:
Chris,

Congratulations! Great bird. Only thing missing are GT stripes over the nose! If you want some time in it, run up to John's Island Executive Airport (http://www.airnav.com/airport/KJZI/MERCURY_) it's only a few minutes from the house. I'll pick you up and buy breakfast, lunch...or dinner. :wink

Gordo.
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Gordo-

Sounds like a great idea. I'm always looking for an excuse to burn kerosene. I'll take you up on the meal offer one of these fair weather weekends.

Thanks, -Chris
 
Fantastic, congratulations!
 
Chris, you have great taste. She is absolutely gorgeous. :thumbsup
 
That is awesome! Enjoy! :thumbsup
 
That's a beautiful craft , Now you'll have to find one with a Heritage paint job !!!
 
Hello Chris,
There will be three ladies at dinner tonight that I will be prescreening for the stew opening on your flight crew.
Great Bird, congrats.
Cheers, daniel
 
What a beauty!
...not that the other one was too shabby.
You gonna put a smaller pulley on it? - enjoy!

Manny
 
Chris
congratulations, great painting.
Whenever you plan a trip to Europe it would be a honour to be your co-pilot.
 
Snap roll on takeoff!

Chris,

Stunning! When I grow up I want to have a plane like that. Hope to see it on a ramp somewhere. Enjoy! :cheers

Chip
 
One of 19 (GER) said:
Chris
congratulations, great painting.
Whenever you plan a trip to Europe it would be a honour to be your co-pilot.
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You're on, as long as I can co-pilot with you in your King Air! :thumbsup
 
Wow, something I deam of but will never be able to attain. Well done! Looks absolutely fantastic
 
Looks like a fine ride... (better thans dads old Aztec!).
Is that second shot a result of to many pens in your left front pocket..? :thumbsup
 
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