Flying the $1.96M CIRRUS VISION JET

[@riccixjean]

It is clear that Justin has spent quite a bit of time as a flight instructor. His calm and coolness while providing quality instruction is something to look up to.

[@bertfarin8755]

I love that demo pilot. So calm and reassuring. When I buy my Vision Jet (yeah, right), I’m definitely going to schedule some time with him!

[@StefanDrury]

Yeah Justin was great to fly with - really supportive, very calm, and an awesome pilot himself.

[@greensphinx]

"Whether you say you can or can't, you're right" - Nikola Tesla

[@Swiss001]

Nice jet. Though I heard it‘s a bit underpowered and needs an unusually long runway. Is it true?

[@StefanDrury]

The airport we were flying at was a 1430m (4692ft) runway and we were airborne just under 2/3 of the way down. There were only 3 of us onboard though and we weren't fully fuelled. I haven't seen performance charts for MTOW take-off roll but I feel the sweet spot for this aircraft is 3-4 people onboard and not too much extra weight. For single pilot IFR though, this would be a lot of fun, a great business travel tool.

[@h32bro]

Hello gamers. Hi swiss

[@jarzo9259]

Swiss001 hey swiss. You probably won’t see this comment but whatever

[@dinelvidanagamage4273]

Hello Swiss

[@alistairsaviation753]

Jarzo 😂😂😂 so dumb

[@sttarch5150]

I fly this plane in x-plane, and it's my favorite by a long-shot because of the visibility and simple instrumentation. I realize that I am in a sim, but the handling is incredible, and I understand that they did a great job emulating it. Not the best looking plane, but a small price to pay for a 7-passenger jet at $2m.

[@jaypaint4855]

Whaat it looks great

[@apdjr7309]

That's the kind of flight instructor I would like to get in learning to fly. So natural and precise, to the point..

[@TurboMathieu]

I just love that plane, it looks so good. You’re so lucky flying that awesome piece of aviation!! Great video.

[@StefanDrury]

Yeah it was a lot of fun, and honestly it's dead easy to fly. They did a great job.

[@KnowZz]

It looks like an egg IMO

[@saketnaik1]

@@KnowZz a "FuTuriStic " egg

[@thelegleg1]

@@StefanDrury I would rather fly a twin jet for safety over an ocean or forest or vast lake.

[@retroneer5824]

@@thelegleg1 Well for lakes and stuff you'd be high enough to glide if you have engine failure, and with oceans I doubt you're flying over one in a vision jet

[@snowbearer]

"Let's start where any good pilot starts..." And there I was on my seat, counting down with a smile on my face. "He's going to say 'planning and performance', in 3....2.....1.......oh.... So we're just...ok." Anyway - fun video! Thanks for the content. Much needed in these times. :)

[@nsw72]

Get Cirrus to sponsor your RTW adventure with one of those babies, Stef. 😀👍 Never ceases to amaze how much the tech involved helps pilots have a far less stressful flying experience in jets rather than prop aircraft. As long as one learns to stay ahead of the aircraft!

[@StefanDrury]

Yeah even if you forget turbine vs piston, any aircraft with a FADEC control takes workload away from the pilot. It's an expensive toy, but flies well. And not sure about that sponsorship, but Cirrus if you're reading this I'm happy to talk... 😂

[@philipgledhill7227]

I buddy happy new year to you. What a awesome plane cirrus as done a awesome job on this jet.what next for cirrus.

[@AviationActionYSSY]

Hey Stef great video, that must have been REALLY fun to fly. That aircraft has just been sold to a corporate airline at Bankstown “FalconAir” and will have an Australian registration in the upcoming months.

[@Username-ww2cd]

That instructor is such a nice guy

[@ladislavmalak444]

"Just keep the blue side up." - encouraging. :)

[@sir-jj3552]

You could really get around, 250 kts OCTA just makes me smile. We that follow you know you love it I know I do. It would really be as they say “living the dream” Good job finding content to post, thanks mate.

[@gradyvanlandingham4446]

The vision jet instructor is a good one calm cool and collective

[@davidlane156]

Deer in the headlights. Like your videos, yes even the re-runs and I just noticed on this video you didn't blink during departure. I was amazed when the video cut back to you in the office and you blinked like crazy. Keep up the flying fun be safe.

[@supercat380]

This aircraft is the epitome of what well-designed aircraft are... excellent machine!!!

[@rukiddinbro]

Very cool plane all around. I wonder though - what's the noise level for passengers sitting right under this engine?

[@philipgledhill7227]

Congratulations stefan on flying the vision jet philip hope's you will get more chances of flying the vision. Somebody was saying your yankee zoolo was crying back in the hanger while you were up in the sky flying the outstanding vision jet. You want to fly both on a regular basis they are both outstanding machines.take care buddy and keep safe philip.

[@rexcox8165]

Wish I could go!!! Like what I see n hear on this..happy flying..

[@SubTropicSam]

The co-pilot/expert is excellent with great information and an ability to explain it well. He should have his own KZbin channel.

[@thedesertpilot3118]

Great video Stef! I bet it was an incredible experience to log your first jet hours! The ST22T is my somewhat realistic dream plane... The vision jet is the pipe dream! Would be incredible to get up and over some weather, and not have to worry about carrying oxygen.

[@StefanDrury]

Yeah a real treat to fly. You're right it would be nice to have the option to get over some weather cruising up to 31K in the SF50. If you're looking at an SR22T though that would get you fairly high too but yes with oxygen of course. Or you sit where I do, around 10-15K with oxygen, which is still good 95% of the time.

[@philipgledhill7227]

Stefan hope you are well. I bet you enjoyed that flight. The vision jet looks awesome. Is that the best plane you have flown .phil.

[@carolynmcfarland2293]

So, when are you taking delivery? lol

[@StefanDrury]

Haha, just waiting for that $2M Cirrus brand deal to come in...

[@Assassin1959]

@@StefanDrury you're not getting paid $2.0M per year with your 58K subscribers?

[@elibak4270]

@@Assassin1959 He's obviously being sarcastic.... haha

[@chipcheesestudios]

Hector Rodriguez it’s a joke bruh

[@madmanjoe]

@@elibak4270 So is he... haha

[@PortugalHolidayVillas]

Your face on landing - it was transfixed - like a madame Tussaud's wax 🤙🏼💪🏼

[@randc47]

I want one. That lotto thing has to work out one of these days...

[@wyattwinsaviation757]

Nice. I fly it In X-Plane 10 mobile very fun to fly and easy

[@StefanDrury]

The model in XPlane11 is really good too, I use it to practise instrument approaches sometimes.

[@wyattwinsaviation757]

Stefan Drury yeah thanks for the reply 😁😁

[@Will-pl4tp]

I always flew this back in x-plane 9

[@ianmooney213]

It ain’t over till the breaks are set and the engine is shut down - forgiven for leaving him hanging (twice).

[@bobboberson2024]

This Cirrus guy is excellent. Well done!

[@ozpauls4052]

Nice, love the plane. I fly SR22 in X-Plane 11, will now fly the Cirrus Jet as well.

[@alexanderwerneburg8642]

What a beauty!!! Totally changed my mind about the SF50, used to think it was strange looking now I love it. Thanks for sharing that incredible moment.

[@tigertigercrypto]

Justin was awesome! Well impressed with you too!

[@benkarel5269]

I remember when this thing had just come out and I had an opportunity to go to the factory and fly with my father

[@craigwillis3372]

Cannot wait to see one of these in your garage !! Great video again Stef !! Trust all is well at home and stay safe and well !!!

[@jamiemartin2932]

Wow Stefan. What an experience! Man, you are chalking up some incredible flights. Love your attitude towards life mate. Keep on sharing your expertise, enthusiasm and passion.

[@Justsomegamergamingandstuff]

As someone who flies with steam gauges, I love the idea of glass cockpits. I flew a G1000 once, in a brand new DA40, and now I only want to fly G1000, however I don't necessarily have access to a plane with it, so I'm stuck with the old school rotating gauges

[@tomboard1]

The SF50 uses G3000 avionics.

[@Justsomegamergamingandstuff]

@@tomboard1 it really does

[@louissanderson719]

Retro fit some. Dynon do a good system and are a lot cheaper that Garmin. Or consider perhaps the Garmin G5 instruments

[@billnicholson2470]

Pretty cool jet. Looked like fun to fly. Thanks Stefan. Stay healthy.

[@tonycook202]

"Beautiful Job!!" LOL ps. I watched all the ads. Hopefully that's enough for a deposit

[@mitchy5142]

Stef, my flight school at Bankstown, which you went to as well, BFS, actually owns n755ds, it is currently at Ballina and will soon be delivered for the final time to bfs.

[@StefanDrury]

Ah good to know, I'll have to come say hello to her when I'm next at Bankstown.

[@OVTraveller]

He deserved that bow you gave him. The acceleration at take off must have been something. Cheers and well done

[@StefanDrury]

Haha yes, that's what it was, a respectful bow at the end of a flight. We can't shake hands any more so that'll probably have to do in future flight reviews as well.

[@maxk3941]

Stefan, thx for new video. So, how noise it’s inside? Tell your minuses , because it’s lots of positive feedbacks and nobody writing nothing about minuses.

[@junyong12]

Nice jet

[@thelegleg1]

The instructor is just great 👍💖😘

[@AngelilloPR]

Does the instructor has a KZbin channel? I’ll love to see more of him

[@tristandawson6417]

10:04 Stephan was like "oh, you humans don't shake heads?"

[@milk-it]

This is what you need for your round-the-world trip :-).

[@mjotd8670]

As always Stef, awesome video, "whats it like to fly a vision jet", I would love to know "whats it like to have a spare $1.96M" - wow, but I guess you get what you pay for, gotta dream high! Keep safe!

[@shaktigurung1791]

You did not blink for 45 seconds from 1:15. wow.

[@chakshuk]

Did you upload this 30 seconds ago? It's showing me that... Watching it right now, and I know it will be great as always.

[@StefanDrury]

Yes just published now. Thanks for watching!

[@chakshuk]

@@StefanDrury Is the plane a pressurized one?

[@ernestcarpentier]

@@chakshuk I think so, because it can fly at such high altitudes.

[@rikspector]

That was a fun flight, what a well engineered plane. I wanted to mention that aviation 101 has a series on preventing low speed stalls on take offs and landing which are responsible for many fatalities. They are working to educate pilots on how to prevent or minimize these situations because the minimum speed criteria and instruction is generally not covered in normal training. Aviation 101 also has a downloadable guide fro pilot education. You might want to give it a go . Cheers, Rik Spector

[@shirtlessbanana74]

I’ve flown in one of these before, super cool jet.

[@JTMarlin8]

No you haven't, stop lying.

[@shirtlessbanana74]

@@JTMarlin8 lmao, what’s the problem?

[@aspectra1418]

@@shirtlessbanana74 he’s just jealous, bruh you’re so lucky, how was it?

[@shirtlessbanana74]

@@aspectra1418 super cool, I didn’t get a lot of flight time in it, but I’d totally like to fly in one again.

[@mobtek]

it looks like it'd be really fun to fly :) Your grin said it all Stefan!

[@StefanDrury]

Yeah it is a lot of fun, and pretty straightforward especially after some hours in an SR20 and 22.

[@jacktyler6475]

Stefan-What a great job! Had to be really exciting. One question that's been bothering me: Why doesn't the hot jet exhaust from the Williams jet harm the top of the fuselage? Thanks-All your videos are great!

[@harrybarodawala3588]

The Cirrus Vision Jet Instructor seems like such a nice person! I wish I had him as my Instructor and you did a fantastic job flying Stefan!

[@StefanDrury]

Yeah Justin is a great guy and really makes you feel calm flying with him. He'd be great to train with for sure, I had a fun afternoon with him.

[@harrybarodawala3588]

@@StefanDrury That's fantastic to hear! keep up the excellent work! despite the tough times!

[@brianb5594]

That's the lottery plane! I would have my order in tomorrow if I won! SWEEEEET!!! Great video Stef!

[@johnlds1965]

Me too, but there’s a 5 year waiting list :-(

[@mathgasm8484]

I would love this aircraft.

[@Tinybitofageek]

Justin seems like such a nice guy. Jealous of your opportunity to fly this cool bird.

[@davidch880]

I haven't flown one, but I think the Vision G2 is a fantastic aircraft, to say the very least. What did you say the ceiling FL on the G2 was again please Stef?

[@bsxebeamulde9168]

Thanks for posting this. Im really considering purchasing one of these planes.

[@denniskelley8974]

I've been watching some of these Vision Jet videos, and have had one question in mind that you guys pretty much answered. I know all about top speed and altitude, but I've been wondering the opposite: What's the thing like at SLOW speed? I'm not really talking about landing speed... but more along the lines of slow, relatively low-altitude flying. Of course one of the major selling points for the plane is the ability to fly high and fast, but there are gonna be times when it would just be a lot more fun to go as low as legally allowed, while also keeping the speed at a slow (but safe) speed. Think just calmly cruising around sight-seeing. So I had been wondering if it was possible to fly low and slow (like in a small prop plane) if the mood struck you. And from what I gathered in part of this video, it seems that yes it IS possible. So, what would you say... as low as 100 or so (considering variables of course)?

[@tomboard1]

Turbine engines don't really like low altitude though. They gulp the fuel.

[@scottmclennan6114]

Seen some interesting comparisons between this and the Eclipse 550 and this comes off second best, particularly on running costs.

[@tomboard1]

Yeah, but you're talking a twin engine as opposed to a single engine.

[@tandemwings4733]

That plane (Cirrus Jet G2) has got to be at the pinnacle of currently available GA aircraft. So, so sweet. I envy you. :) (BTW, I think I have now watched all of your vlogs, and have subscribed of course)

[@TonyHarrisonPhotography]

Awesome video / flight Stef. What an experience.... hmm, how do I wangle a ride on one of those things? Closest I came was a flight in an Albatross out of Cessnock. Looks like a good step up from my Rv10!

[@Eeagli]

So is it an all weather aircraft? I wonder if they had to modify the parachute system for a jet engine aircraft.

[@tvz857]

Now I want to learn how to fly so I can get me one of those jets!!

[@Haztagz]

Hopefully I’m fortunate to fly this ...Though I’m transitioned on the SR20 I might never own a Cirrus .. but hope I can get to fly the jet at least once

[@oliverharrison3635]

Great vid as always :)

[@StefanDrury]

Thanks for watching Oliver.

[@DevanSabaratnam]

Great video. Would love one of these. Did you find you had to be 'ahead of the plane' a lot more than the SR22, or was it not that much different?

[@someone4860]

first time in your channel. impressed in 0:08. 🤣😂😂😂

[@kevinhughes9801]

Excellent video so jealous would love to fly one. Would like to of seen full un edited version

[@papahumza]

Hi Stefan, awesome flight. Really interested in purchasing a SR22 and starting a similar KZbin channel. Also, curious about your exclusive membership.. what are some of the perks for joining and how many other members currently take part in this?

[@marcel-koks]

Fantastic flying machine. I fly the G2 a lot on X plane now. IFR as well as VFR. I hope some day i can trade the trusty 172 for an SF50. Even if only for one flight. 😀

[@ForFunFlyer]

What an aircraft; beautiful! 😍

[@sbrk]

Very nice, only thing I'm missing is a spare couple million. Might have to check the couch later.

[@StefanDrury]

If you find a dollar down there it's mine.

[@alexrenouf5110]

He’s talking to you like how my flight instructor talks to me, especially at take off😂

[@lifeofmark385]

wow a stunning jet!

[@TheGav0071]

Do you know if Cirrus is going to come out with a long range fuel tank option? Maybe without those third row of seats they can add more fuel tanks to increase its range past that 1250nm.

[@jonasdillon411]

Good one on the handshake, my dad enjoyed the demo 👍

[@sydneyaerospotter5856]

Great video Stef! I got to see it up close at Bankstown! it was so comfortable inside didn't want to leave lol

[@AviationActionYSSY]

It is now going to be based at Bankstown as it has been bought by a corporate airline their. And yes I got to see it up close at Bankstown too and it looks very nice.

[@AviatorDavidYoutube]

Awesome!

[@StefanDrury]

Cheers David.

[@sophiemudge5529]

Looks sick would love to own one one day

[@chrisluehmann3094]

What an awesome experience

[@Flugabenteuer]

OMG that would be a nice upgrade 🤤😍

[@j.chenmuas]

Prob the type of plane I'd be interested to maintenence one for a job!!

[@nightflyer40]

Nice! Great vid. just started practicing with this in Xplane 11 lol

[@scottjessett3072]

Another awesome video, thanks Stef!! I would love to fly a machine like this one day! On that note, id be keen to see the licensing process of getting an endorsement to fly single engine turbine aircraft? An idea for a future video perhaps?! Stay Safe, cheers

[@darkbin180]

Your videos just keep getting better! In the future, like after covid 19 and stuff, can yiu record some videos where we can see the instruments as you use them. Kind of like aviation 101

[@StefanDrury]

I do show avionics in other videos. In this one I was restricted to one camera though so couldn't get as much footage of the cockpit. Here's an example, if you're interested in the cockpit layout and instrumentation side of things: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r2fUoI2ie9uNq6M

[@darkbin180]

@@StefanDrury thanks, i saw that video before and ended up putting it in my watch later.

[@airkingflyer3515]

That would be a great aircraft to add to you “Fleet”. It is definitely a great jet plane for the money. I wonder what the sales volume is on this bad boy.

[@StefanDrury]

Haha, if I add it to the fleet I might be removed from the family! I know at the time we recorded this when the jet first arrived in Australia they'd already sold quite a few. They have back orders in the years rather than months from what I've been told.

[@airkingflyer3515]

Stefan Drury Definitely don’t get removed from the family!!! 😂

[@darcyryan9693]

It’s only one powerball win away. Promise I’ll take you.

[@claudiocarbone2225]

Amazing vid bro

[@buckshot704]

Your smile says it all. Awesome opportunity, Stef. Is it recommended to have some turbine-time before transitioning to the VisionJet, or could you go straight to jet training from an SR22? CAVU 😎👍

[@StefanDrury]

The SF50 requires a type rating to fly, but Cirrus will provide the training for that when you purchase one. But honestly after flying an SR20 and SR22 I'd say the transition would be pretty straightforward. Flying the plane is pretty simple, it would be the systems and exception handling that would take a little time to learn.

[@AnguoChen]

my dream private plane.

[@seinfeld11123]

you need to put a turbo Sr22 engine in EYZ, and nice 12 blade hartzell prop okay LOL 5 blade :) then I wana see how high and fast you can fly. like do series how long does it take to fly to melb> Brisbane. Melb to Perth. melb to Adelaide etc. they wld be cool vids I think

[@MrWilliamathomasusa]

Flying private is only a luxury if you are safe. As commercial flight prices continue to rise without increasing their safety standards, flying in a private jet seems less unrealistic. Regardless of whether you’re looking to impress clients or go on vacation, safety should always be the number one concern. Flying without fear is certainly worth an investment.

[@JodelFlyer]

You had the expression of a contented man Stef. (The cat who has the cream) Take care and stay safe

[@Spec62]

I'm impressed.

[@kristofk1902]

The only benefit of flying a piper warrior with 160hp is that the p-factor or left nose yaw tendency is so much less then in a piston prop that has 215 or 300hp. Guess everything has its trade offs.

[@youngypaul]

Glad you "don't lose asymmetric control if you lose one engine"

[@gregoryho9307]

Yes you only fall out of the sky which is a lot less worse

[@techpoint9540]

Well technically you would glide+ there is a parachute

[@sonyaflorie8904]

Awesome commentary

[@robertw.1499]

How loud is it in the cabin without those noise cancelling headphones on?

[@theguitarclubonline]

Can you fly this on a standard PPL?

[@luxaly9510]

i think yes its not much difference yeah it is a jet but in training u learn what to do in case something is off and thats the same^^

[@briancooley8777]

It’s still a single engine isn’t it?

[@thegamingaviator13]

i highly doubt it you would need quite a few more ratings including ratings to fly a jet

[@williammickelson403]

@Soccer Football It might be considered a complex aircraft. not sure tho

[@natelloyd4796]

Any turbine-powered aircraft requires a type rating regardless of weight, so you would need a type rating for the Cirrus Vision Jet.