Cirrus 8000 Limited Edition SR22T Flight

[@mustang1191]

Rich I know you worked hard and made your own luck but I’ll just call you a lucky guy to be able to participate in aviation the way you do. This is a beautiful aircraft and the new owner just has to be beaming.

[@FlyingwithRich]

I do feel lucky! Thanks for the message.

[@j.gregory5669]

love that you’re pointing out landmarks along the way! Production values keep coming up. Thanks for another excellent video!!

[@FlyingwithRich]

Thanks!

[@deanarndell4609]

Awesome looking SR22, love the colours!

[@billkinzler3773]

Had my SR22 for 2 years. Love the overall design, range and comfort on my 900 nm trips.

[@FlyingwithRich]

Great airplane - easy to see why they sell so many!

[@lynndornan9766]

Really enjoy flying with you. Am 75 years old and never had an opportunity to learn to fly but still like to watch your videos. Have learned a lot about so many different aircraft and look forward to future flights. Thanks again.

[@FlyingwithRich]

Thank you. Glad you like the videos. If ever in Long Beach, please stop by!

[@MikeKobb]

Love that color scheme. Definitely wouldn't be hard to spot your own plane on the ramp! One Cirrus tip to anybody watching: the seat belt is meant to be worn with the buckle down at your hips (low & tight, as they say). In most of the shots in this video, it's way too loose and would be dangerous in an accident because you'd "submarine" out from under it. Also, the air bags won't work properly if the belt isn't tightened to pull the shoulder straps down into position. Happy flying!

[@DrewFlyer]

And that’s why the center line is reserved for the professionals! Nice job Rich!

[@FlyingwithRich]

Thank you!

[@NotTelling51]

Been waiting for this one. Absolutely beautiful plane.

[@FlyingwithRich]

It really is!

[@jt8578]

Such a cool plane. The flight school I fly/work at has one. I love it

[@JW-gb6hq]

Another interesting and informative vid. Thanks Rich 👍

[@philipgledhill7227]

Awesome plane buddy hope you are well. Brilliant landing buddy phil.

[@TheNJ54]

Beautiful video and an even more beautiful aircraft!

[@FlyingwithRich]

Thank you!

[@ASWISSPILOT]

Stunning pictures! Thanks for sharing! :)

[@FlyingwithRich]

Thanks for watching!

[@larkpilotN4208X]

Great video Rich. I believe you ask was Mena Aircraft Engine’s still in business on Par 4 the coarse channel. They are and Robert is building me a new engine this week for the Lark N4208X. Thanks for sharing the sky’s in so many different aircraft. Tim

[@FlyingwithRich]

Thanks for the message - I remember an engine they did for a friend/customer in a Bonanza years ago, very impressive engine.

[@therusticcollectionebaysto7028]

New sub! Liked 😆🐸🙏👍

[@chriskiwi2601]

Yes, lovely aeroplane.

[@henrykhelsner6368]

Dear Rich. You alone-solo driving flying Cirrus SR22T special limited edition.Super-awesome Congratulations .more brand-new aircraft.Please. beautiful airplane Your -Henryk Fun aviation !!

[@mattd4616]

Love your videos Rich

[@FlyingwithRich]

Thank you!

[@nickpapagiorgio5056]

Absolutely beautiful plane! That paint scheme is gorgeous. Only thing that could make this plane any better imo is retractive landing gear other than that it speaks for itself among aviation enthusiasts but of course it has its haters like any other top dog!

[@FlyingwithRich]

Thanks for watching!

[@AZee-hh4mk]

The Cirrus sure did capture the market, primary reason was the CAPS for new pilots transitioning into GA, and the sense of security that it offered. However, the Columbia was much more a pilot's airplane. I never liked the flight controls on the Cirrus, with that awkward springy feel, whereas the Columbia side-stick was smooth as butter, and it just felt so well integrated. Also, the Columbia's failsafe designs incorporated throughout the airframe and slick engineering details were also superior, IMHO.

[@FlyingwithRich]

I share your thoughts. Thanks for watching!

[@gtr1952]

Even though I have some mixed emotions about them, you can't deny all the good points as you said. I don't like who they sold the company to, and think that's sad. The good part is they are staying with the high standards previously set. For my $$ I really like Diamond. My "lottery" airplane right now is a DA-62/42. Until then, it's still OPJ's. 8) --gary

[@FlyingwithRich]

Thanks. Agree with you!

[@Brimstin]

Diamond is wholly owned by China.

[@loub747]

For 1.3, it better come with the GoPros!

[@marcusfalconieri4576]

I want it!!

[@TIO540S1]

Holy crap! Did I understand correctly? $1.35MM for a used piston single? I admit it’s that with eight made it has a scarcity factor but I’d never have imagined such a price!

[@FlyingwithRich]

You heard it right and sold quickly!

[@chuckmc3704]

It is a beautiful plane. I would have to say Cirrus is my favorite. One thing drives me crazy. $1.35MM and when you start it blows black smoke like a 1978 Kenworth truck. Old school technology. Yes I would still buy one. Great video Rich keep them coming.

[@zbedr]

👍🛩

[@lutherheggs]

I heard they must have the chute to get certified, as getting out of a stall is too hard.

[@FlyingwithRich]

@@lutherheggs That’s not accurate - Cirrus designed the airplane from the beginning with an airframe parachute.

[@lutherheggs]

@@FlyingwithRich That is good to know. I can't believe most planes in this class only have one door, on the wrong side yet! I would love to chalk it up as a ploy to reassure the wives. Wondering how this model ranks against the others in overall safety.

[@andresconterasg.3617]

Lo ame!!!

[@mikercflyer7383]

Beautiful airplane the Cadillac of airplanes. Does Cadillac still hold that reputation? 😊

[@MalachiWhite-tw7hl]

Honestly, no.

[@Hossman757]

Beautiful Aircraft. They really have set a new standard. I wish you would have spent some time on the avionics and showed the flight plan you built.

[@FlyingwithRich]

Next time.

[@mericaactual3030]

How do I befriend someone with one of these so I can go for a ride?

[@chiplarkin4069]

How do you go from a standard center yoke to a left hand side stick yoke so easily?

[@SamLeHardy]

Great video as always. How are flight characteristics vs the A/G36 Bonanza? Handling and rough air specifically. Be great to see a video on the Vision Jet and the DA50 in the future. Thanks Rich!

[@FlyingwithRich]

Hope to do those videos in the future as well! Pretty similar, but Cirrus side stick has some spring tension in it which takes some getting used to for smooth turns, but has quick ailerons and I think compares well with Bonanzas which are excellent handling aircraft. Thanks for watching!

[@Parr4theCourse]

Wicked paint job, definitely get noticed in the air with that . . . Although I have to admit at that price I would be leaning more towards a M350 . . .

[@FlyingwithRich]

I can’t disagree with that!

[@ronconrad3507]

Hi Ritch. What's the flight time to Havasu in that plane?.

[@FlyingwithRich]

1.5

[@FuturesGenius32]

Where did you take off from? Which airport?

[@FlyingwithRich]

Long Beach.

[@hawkdsl]

It's a great plane (Cirrus), but I just can't get into them.. Now, if they developed a retractable gear piston for 6 (a real 6 place, not 3 adults that weigh 175 lbs, and a cooler in the back)... I might be interested in that.

[@MAGApepe]

well no one makes planes for 350 lb ppl ,,, thats what cars are for lol

[@hawkdsl]

@@MAGApepe LOL

[@eglide73]

I’ve heard a Cirrus cabin is VERY noisy. Do you agree? How would the cabin noise compare to say, a Mooney?

[@FlyingwithRich]

I don’t think cabin is noisy, certainly not any worse than any other single with a 550. Bose headsets kind of take noise out of the picture.

[@rfriesen1644]

Rich, Van Nuys airport. Best FBO? Does anyone offer overnight hangar space for GA aircraft?

[@FlyingwithRich]

Clay Lacy in my opinion!

[@rfriesen1644]

@@FlyingwithRich Thanks Rich. Always look forward to your weekly videos.

[@FlyingwithRich]

Thank you!

[@jeremykendrick8959]

This is a beautiful plane! I doubt that the 1 million dollar price tag is getting more people into aviation

[@FlyingwithRich]

Prices are reality and GA better off with $1M new airplanes better than not having them. I remember in 1996 Oshkosh selling brand new 172s for $140K was deemed insanity.

[@TOB-uk2xy]

Any thoughts on the 4-Blade Prop? Curious if you feel it makes a difference?

[@FlyingwithRich]

Looks pretty cool, can’t say I felt a big difference on noise or vibration, but I felt like an overall smother feel to it. I would definitely want it if I were ordering a new one. Thanks for watching!

[@michaelmartin8331]

@@FlyingwithRich I took delivery of a 2022 SR22T a couple months ago and did not get the 4 blade. They wanted $23k for the option and the only selling point they said was "ramp appeal". Other than that, there were no performance benefits. I'm guessing it floats a bit more on landings due to the blade width not being as wide. Not really trying to impress the line guys so I didn't get it.

[@FlyingwithRich]

Interesting. I thought they would have some improvement! I think I changed my mind - that’s a pretty steep price! Thanks for message!

[@kasm10]

Airbag shoulder harness?

[@0284graham]

yes

[@rogerbee697]

Why would I choose this over a brand new 182 with the same panel? Just curious of the opinion of an experienced pilot: Also that paint job looked like a t-shirt from the 1980s…

[@FlyingwithRich]

Not sure where to begin on that question - CAPs is a very popular safety option to a lot of people, perfomance of the Cirrus is quite different than a 182, 5 seats vs. 4...really a different market - nothing wrong with a 182, but Cirrus outsells it by a wide margin even though it's nearly twice the money new! Paint jobs are highly subjective - got lots of calls on this paint job and everyone I talked to loved it!

[@rogerbee697]

@@FlyingwithRich thanks for response. Can a CAPS be installed on a 182? Also, I’d be willing to bet NOBODY uses the “5th” seat except a carry-on bag.

[@Micg51]

I think you got your question backwards. If you have the money, why on earth would you buy a 182?

[@FlyingwithRich]

I think family with 3 smaller kids would be very happy with the 5th seat.

[@Gionix]

@@rogerbee697 CAPS Stands for “Cirrus Airframe Parachute System” so in other words this system name can only be used for Cirrus Aircraft. However, the same company who built the parachute for Cirrus which is called “BRS Parachute” offers a parachute for the Cessna 182, this can be installed in many of the 182 models including some older models.

[@scandihooiigan]

Very much like the plane but not so enamored with the power plant. Aviation must move beyond 1950.

[@scandihooiigan]

Should have a full FADEC Turbo Diesel able to use JetA.

[@ps1bwo]

@@scandihooiigan Agree. This is why the Tecnam P2010 TDI is at the top of my wishlist.

[@FlyingwithRich]

I’m sure Cirrus is working on diesel/FADEC but clearly diesel has had some issues with higher horsepower engines. Big difference in airplanes between 2010 and SR22T!

[@planegeek5143]

"Most Popular General Aviation Airplane" - 8000 sales. PA-28.. 32K sales.. C172.. 44K sales.

[@FlyingwithRich]

That’s “currently available” as new not “ever”.

[@louissanderson719]

Most popular this century. They’re out selling Cessna and Piper

[@GaryMCurran]

Really nice airplane, but the price! Ouch! I'm glad someone could afford it. Personally, and I can't because I don't have my medical anymore, and I'm nowhere near current, nor do I have a multi-engine rating, but if I was looking to spend that kind of money on a four seat airplane, that DA42 that you have in the hanger would be top of my list. Half the price, even with both engines at cruise, less fuel burn than that TSIO-550 in the Cirrus for near like cruise speeds The rest of the money would be spent on changing out the G1000 in the DA42 to the new G1000NXi system and other upgrades and then spent on $100 hamburgers around the country! But, that's just me.

[@FlyingwithRich]

Thanks for the message!

[@williamsmith286]

4 bladed prop?

[@FlyingwithRich]

Very cool!

[@stillrocknthissideofthedir141]

Is there any aircraft you can't fly :O)

[@FlyingwithRich]

Man I hope not!

[@DarrienRobinson1]

anybody know the plane at :23

[@FlyingwithRich]

Vans RV8.

[@DarrienRobinson1]

@@FlyingwithRich Thank you rich ! new subscriber here , love the content !

[@FlyingwithRich]

Thank you!

[@ncb1019]

How did the pilot go from a Grey shirt to a blue one? Then he goes back to grey.

[@FlyingwithRich]

Good catch - two different flights!

[@4420dano]

Hey Rich, great piloting as always….but you need a new barber!! Too close in the back, man! You’re Air Force, not Marines!

[@tfdharley1360]

Sounds like, and belches out smoke, like a Russian tractor on startup. The climate alarmists love the paint color though. That’s green! 😂

[@Troyboy2121]

$1.350 Million for an SR22 is highway robbery.

[@FlyingwithRich]

It’s also sold.

[@karenblue9223]

Be caution Beijing Company 😨🙅🏻‍♀️

[@terrybeeson4356]

Price. Is totally insane. Makes no sense to pay that much for a single engine piston.

[@FlyingwithRich]

The market disagrees with you. Cirrus is sold out for 2 years I believe. I checked out the new owner of this airplane over the last two days - she and her husband absolutely love it, and couldn't be happier!

[@terrybeeson4356]

@@FlyingwithRich I guess when you have too much money, then you spend it high priced toys. It is a great plane to fly, but I really like the G36.

[@FlyingwithRich]

Well north of $1M new.

[@terrybeeson4356]

@@FlyingwithRich Your area is loaded with wealthy people who can afford those planes. Based on my local GA activity, plane usage and purchases are really down considerably. Good for you and your company.

[@Vspeeds]

Don't start a cirrus with the alternators on...

[@Vspeeds]

and DO start it with the strobes on.

[@wrphelan]

@@Vspeeds I noticed that right away too and love Rich's videos, but he needs further insights on flying a Cirrus.

[@rustyheckler8766]

Nice plane, horrible paint job. Not a fan of that green..

[@FlyingwithRich]

More of a yellow than green to me, not normally a fan of it, but I do like it on this airplane - thanks for watching!

[@johnjohn4003]

Love the aircraft but what a horrible paint scheme it has. I'd need to change the colour if it was mine.

[@FlyingwithRich]

Not for everyone for sure, but I like it a lot!

[@johnmerriman9355]

Yawn!

[@FlyingwithRich]

Get some sleep.