The 182 might be the PERFECT airplane for THIS reason

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[@THE-michaelmyers]

I own a Cessna 182 and use it for business matters under 1000 miles away. I also use it for trips to West Virginia, and all up and down the Atlantic coast beaches. My 182 was one of the last produced before they stopped making them for a while. My 182 still has the old Cessna instruments but I upgraded the radios several years ago. Both my engine and prop are near TBO and I have been thinking about purchasing a new one. This 182 holds a lot of memories. A man I grew to respect and actually worked for until his retirement was at the time was about 90 and at the request of his daughter, I took him for a ride. We spent close to 3 hours that day. Within about a month we lost him. I still have the photo of us sitting in my 182 taken by his daughter on my home office desk. All I can say about my 182 is it has never let me down. Anytime night or day all I had to do was yank it out of the hanger! This 182 still leaps off the runway!

[@AirplaneAcademy]

Thank you for sharing this with us!

[@ChaseAviation]

It’s a great airplane... stop telling everyone about it! Just makes them harder to buy! 😂

[@rp61]

👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@ianneub]

Seriously. I’m in the market as well for a 182! It’s a hot market.

[@AirplaneAcademy]

😂

[@JimInTexas1]

@@rp61The price tag is what makes it harder to buy.

[@michaelkhisa1692]

😂😂😂

[@davida9883]

Thank you!! Great presentation. It brought back many wonderful memories. I bought a 1956 182 A in 1984..it came with an 18 gallon aux tank. In 1991 I did a major OH and installed U model cylinders and a new prop. Subsequent majors with the factory crank. Just a clean up.The next year I had flap gap seals installed. As you can sure imagine, it made a great airplane absolutely the Best. 2000’ per minute climb and an honest 150 mph.. somewhere way back I installed 2 KX 170s for IFR. Very stable instrument platform. My wife and I with many friends flew all over America, Canada and Mexico. Camp outs on the beach in Baja for our Whale petting adventures. Fishing in Montana and trips to Florida with stops in NewOrleans for fun.. Even loads of ice on several mercy missions couldn’t get her down. Hurricane relief to Mexico at 400lbs OG. We operated out of some knarley one way in and one way out Sierra Madre dirt trails. It was always easy on maintenance and never failed me. I am now 80 with health issues and decided to let her go. She is now in the hands of another adventurous 63 year old. He plans to take her Fishing and to where she took me. We flew for 37 years and 4000 + hrs.The 182 Cessna is the best production aircraft that was ever produced. It’s been a great life with our long legged girl... 😊👍

[@mechanicalpants]

Thanks David, It was really cool hearing about your experience and adventures over so many years with this airplane, that clearly still has a special place in your heart. She sounds like a very faithful servant indeed and incredible to think she is now serving a new owner after so many years in the sky 👍 I'm not a pilot, but it seems to me that a well maintained and correctly flown aircraft (such as the Cessna 182) is like a friend to all who depend on them. 😃

[@gregtriplett5611]

Hi Charlie - Your comments are spot on! I purchased a 182 in 2015 to use as a commuter between work (in the city) and home (in the mountains). When buying it my thoughts were "It's 'just' a 182, and I'll get rid of it when I'm done with this commute". What I didn't expect was that I come to love this plane! It's always ready to go; will haul whatever I'm taking 1/3 of the way across the USA; is surprisingly very comfortable; an awesome IFR platform; is fast enough; makes me a better pilot; and most importantly... my wife loves it too! So now it looks like it's become a part of the family, and I have no intention of ever letting this gem go :)

[@AirplaneAcademy]

Hi Greg- that's awesome to hear. I think most people feel that way whenever they actually get to fly a 182. It can sometimes be grouped into the realm of 172's because they look so similar but really it will do so much more. For all of the reasons you mentioned it's a great machine!

[@davidjolliffe9622]

I own a C172, & love it to bits, but I’ll admit it would be so handy to have a bit more range, speed, room, comfort & ability to carry my whole family of 4 with a little luggage. I’d love to be able to make the switch one day, but until then I’m still very happy with my 172!

[@knoxflier5171]

And one other thing maybe to mention, any A&P can work on them and parts are available. Great video Charlie

[@captbart3185]

Something you didn’t mention is access to the cabin. I loved Pipers for travel and IFR but as I have gotten older (72 now) crawling up a wing and sliding over a seat has become a lot more challenging. The advent of the “selfie” stick means I can check the top of the wing just fine and no climbing required. I like that a lot. Broken legs are no fun, especially at my age. I know 😫

[@AirplaneAcademy]

That's a really good point! I agree, it's very comfortable to get in (AND sit in!).

[@gk22we2]

I live at an airpark. My hangar is built into my house. I love that I can drive my cars and move tractors and equipment thru the front garage doors under the wings to the back. That space and utility would be dead with a low wing plane. Also when flying I'd rather look down than up, and I like the high wing cabin shade. Finally, it's simple to get into especially for old people.

[@karrpilot7092]

I am a rental pilot and fly the 182 RG my FBO has. With the 80 gallon fuel cell. My long distance annual cross country trip takes me across 5 states. Even though I don't need the fuel stop, I do it at the 1/2 waypoint to be on the safe side. That and lunch, bathroom break, and another call into weather service. Works for me!

[@1973superdad]

Whats your anual trip look like? Do you stay over night places? Get a uber ride to hotel? How do you plan it?

[@karrpilot7092]

@@1973superdad My annual trip won't happen this year in the 182. I drove instead. However, when I did do it, I always made it to my destination. Staying with my mother for a week vacation. Hard to plan something like this. Weather VFR is dicey, and once i was stuck there 3 more days due to a stationary front that wouldn't move out.

[@FeralPreacher]

Good to see you are so prejudiced toward your 182. That is a good thing, it shows it fulfills your mission perfectly. Enjoy your toy and thanks for sharing.

[@AirplaneAcademy]

Thank you. It's been a great airplane.

[@ironmann16]

The 182 was the very first aircraft I've gone airborne in, and the first aircraft I ever piloted. It handles like a dream, and I genuinely hope to own one someday. That's a beautiful machine ya got there sir.

[@quinnjim]

I wanted to fly as fast as I could and still use the plane for training my kids. The 182 was the best plane for that mission. The more I learn about the plane, the more roles I see it filling. I'm putting a new engine and a bunch of Garmin avionics in mine right now. Can't wait until it's done!

[@roshard30]

Few other things I love about the 182: #1. You don't have to switch tanks while in flight...at all. #2. (Obvious one) Two doors it's much easier to get in and out. #3. Higher cabin room compared to other low wing airplanes. (49inches) #4. Stumping the tanks is much easier compared to a low wing #5. If you live in a warmer climate, (Like I do) The shade in a high wing comes in handy.

[@aaronboulais4498]

The 182 fit my mission as well. We bought a 182R in November. They are great, and as far as airplanes go, a decent investment also.

[@rjason182]

I had a brand new 2005 182T that I flew for 12 years, 1800 hours. i flew wide open throttle (go fast) for it's entire life, never broke down. payload, range, g1000, kap140 were fantastic.

[@suzukirider9030]

How high were you flying? After some altitude even a wide open throttle wouldn't push the manifold pressure out of the green sector...

[@lucasbrien5008]

Did you make it to TBO?

[@AmtAvTech]

The Cessna 182 is truly a wonderful airplane, I love it too! Thanks for the great video my friend!

[@michaelpoworoznik3159]

My dad purchased a new cessna 182 in 1969 ... your right great airplane he said the same things that you did ..

[@Intrepid175a]

C-182 has always been one of my favorite airplanes for the very reasons you mention. A jack of all trades but master of none, and that's not a bad thing.

[@steveavant9727]

I did my private pilot training in a 152 and my instrument training in a Piper Warrior. I then entered into a partnership in a 1977 172N and really enjoyed it. Later, I had friends that owned a Skylane. I was on their insurance and was able to fly the 182 a bit. It is a wonderful, stable and comfortable plane to fly. And it will indeed carry a load! Your videos are well produced and very informative. Your enthusiasm for flying is infectious. You will make a terrific CFI one day.

[@AirplaneAcademy]

Thanks so much! Really appreciate it!

[@matthewcrabtree6080]

Love your videos! I’m starting to look into purchasing a 182. Prices sure have skyrocketed recently. Hoping these are more asking prices that are negotiable after inspection

[@stickman3580]

I love the 182. I've had a 180 for a couple of decades and love it as well. But I'm buying a 182 right now to put on floats. Cessna absolutely got it right with the 180/182 formula.

[@LieutenantLysol]

I've got lots of time in 182's, they're great airplanes. When it came time to buy one though it was just way too expensive. Went with a Piper Cherokee 235 and couldn't be happier!

[@jonathanszarzynski]

I love the 182! I’ve been putting some videos up of my adventures around DFW. The 182 is a great cross country machine and can comfortably take people around. I did Dallas to Branson and Dallas to Shreveport recently with a guest and luggage and both were easy, great flights.

[@richardheinichen8279]

In addition to all the pluses you mentioned,I'd like to add that my 182S will land in a field and carry enough water to hold out under it's shade wing for days.

[@billjonesnation]

Are you ever concerned about the weight on the nose gear when landing off field? I'm considering a 182 but not sure if it can follow a tail dragger into some spots.

[@shawnmorin9950]

I’ve had my 182Q for 10 years now. It is as you advertised. Great hauler, stable platform that is reliable and forgiving. I added new avionics and the usability increased significantly. Certainly the right plane for the flying I do.

[@jonathanmcphail5254]

Good stuff as usual. Looking for a call today or tomorrow to hear the Debonair I have under contract has finished pre-buy. I’m like a kid at Christmas.

[@AirplaneAcademy]

Awesome!! Exciting times!!

[@BEvans-sb3lp]

You are right Sir. I’m 6’2”, 275.... I love this girl and she loves me! Cheers from KMGM

[@gregorygil5812]

Excellent video! I’ve been exploring to buy a Cessna 182. This video made me more confident that this is the plane that will suit me! Thanks!

[@rn2811]

I would definitely agree with everything on your list but for me having flown many types of planes I love the 182 just being able to get in and out of it without trying to kill myself given that I am 6’3 and 250 pounds.

[@PilotDaveAviation]

I fly a 172N model now and like you advised the useful load is low, 1034 180hp. I have been looking for a good 182 for my family, until then I will continue flying at the flying club. Great video sir thanks for sharing your information

[@CaptMoo]

The 182 is my fav plane that I have not flown yet. Hope I get to own one in the future.

[@AirplaneAcademy]

You'll love it! Wonderful to fly.

[@mason9483]

I just wish airplanes weren’t so dang overpriced. I showed some of my friends a TBM 930 sitting on the ramp and their jaws dropped when they were told it costs north of 3 million used.

[@rp61]

...and people drop their jaw to my reply after asked how much I paid for my almost new luxury car

[@CascadiaAviation]

Buy a $24,000 Cherokee with 2 friends, that's 8 grand each. That's like looking at a Bugatti and wishing cars weren't so overpriced. You could always get a used Kia and get to work just fine!

[@blakesmith2101]

The plane that I want is something like a pressurized Cessna 210, but what my pocketbook can afford is something more along the lines of an Ercoupe.

[@AirplaneAcademy]

I've never flown in a 210 (much less a pressurized one), but I love their stats on paper. Have considered one for myself one day. Very cool airplanes.

[@rp61]

Now that’s strutting your stuff

[@IvanSkyFlight]

Hey, the Cessna 182 is the plane Aunt Bee soloed in! Great video! Subscribed!

[@AirplaneAcademy]

Nice!! Excited to have you as a subscriber and thanks for watching.

[@drenergy9786]

Thank you for your kind words. I truly believe that the early model 182 Cessna was the finest production aircraft ever built. With the guidance of an Ai, I personally maintained my treasure for 34 years. She was reliable and at home on the back country dirt strips of Mexico. She hauled supplies for two hurricanes and extracted the injured and sick from remote roads that were made impassable for vehicles. The new owner plans to install floats so she can continue her adventures in the Caribbean All I have to do is close my eyes and replay our adventures together. 😊

[@deanforrest6679]

My Mooney M20J 1100 useful load. 155 True Airspeed. Fuel...8 gal per hour. IFR ready. Not going to land on grass...ever unless emergency requires. The one thing I completely agree with...choose your mission. I wanted Speed, Economic Fuel Burn, able to carry 3 pax plus me and some baggage for a weekend. I like fuel in the tanks. 64 gal 60 useable. That’s 6 hour travel time but I have a 2.5 / 3 hour bladder so 40 gals can get me to the next location easily. Mission... choose your needs, well 80-85% and remember... 80% of your flying will be done solo....yes it will. I didn’t think so but owning my bird for a year now and 150 hour...120 hours alone.

[@Raygreene22]

The Cessna 177 is a great plane also. It’s a 182 that burns 5 gallons less per hour. The 177 is a bit slower than a 182, carries a bit less than a 182, but has more room than a 182. It’s 4 inches wider, has far more visibility and ease of entry. In today’s market of hyper inflated 182’s, the 177 is a great choice for 1/2 the price and nearly all of the capability of a 182.

[@dennisholder8427]

Best plane I ever owned. Confirm everything you said. They do all this but getting real hard to replace because they are in demand and the price keeps going up for a good one. Yes, I wish I never sold mine. Had mine for 30 years.

[@dennisholder8427]

The one item I disliked was the bladder tanks.

[@davidshepard3708]

Love the 182. I've flown everything but for my personal likely favorite, the 182 rules. I love that you love your plane this much. Anything longer than the 182 mission, I'm on an airliner anyhow.

[@copkhan007]

My 1st choice is : Pilatus PC 12/45.....This is my dream aircraft.

[@timmholzhauer3342]

Very good conclusion! My conclusion was moving up from a Grumman Tiger to an A36 Bonanza instead of the 182 and still being able to go to smaller (grass) fields with not too much more fuel burn than a 182 but cruising at 170 KTAS. Of course this comes at a price... I found that (in europe) older 182s rarely had anywhere near avionics set up that I like to have. So that would’ve make them almost equally in budget to A36s. I really like the two door high wing set up of Cessnas and the short field capability but the Bo for my missions was the better fit.

[@michaelroby6538]

You do really good content, Charlie. Solid info. Been leaning 172, but...

[@AirplaneAcademy]

There's a reason the 172 is the most produced civilian plane ever! It's a great bird. Honestly I could have gotten a 172 and only missed out on a small percentage of my missions over the last five years. I'm glad I have the 182 but the 172 would have been a great option, too.

[@jackt6112]

Besides military I've flown 150, 172, 182, Mooneys, Arrows, Piper 140s, Yankee A1As, Traveler, Musketeer, Globe Swift, etc. If you get a 172 with the Lycoming, starting in 1968 and newer, it will be cheap to fly from a maintenance and fuel perspective, still cruise 115+, 36 Gallons usable, and about the cheapest I've found while still being real. Some of the newer ones have 160 hp instead of 150, but require 100 octane instead of 80, at least check it out if its an aircraft that can use auto gas as that is getting pretty popular, it's cheaper, and other gasoline fuels are disappearing. With full fuel, it maxes out with 3 normal size people with camping gear. Most of the time you are flying it with 1 or 2 and once in a while 3. The cockpit has normal room and easy for everyone to get in and out of, front or back. They are good on grass strips. The 182 is a more substantial version of the 172 all the way around, better performance on higher DA days and CSP. It uses the same airfoil as the 172 so it handles about the same but a little heavier. You won't have trouble finding parts for either. Most will have the Continental 0470. My favorites of the bunch to fly distance is the Mooney, hands down. The 0360 ones with 180 to 210 hp are slick and fast, 160, easy on gas, cheap engines to maintain, and I like low-wings because when you turn the wing gets out of the way. They have a wing like the 172 and light on the controls and the aircraft is nimble, unlike the Arrow and so many others. There are no surprises or quirks.

[@jphutube]

Love your content. I just closed escrow on a 182Q, and I think it will be the perfect fit for my family!

[@AirplaneAcademy]

Awesome! You'll love the 182!!

[@sbukosky]

I agree on all points. I’ve been checked out in a couple of them and they are so much better than a Skyhawk. Never feels underpowered. Roomy. Better ride due to higher wing loading, and more.

[@ExperimentalAdventure]

Best investment I have made yet! Love my 182!

[@proudvietvet2926]

Great airplane! Had a Cessna 180 tail dragger, flew sky divers 5 at a time (slim people)! Very powerful and maneuverable! I truly regret selling it.

[@molonlabe9602]

I decided to buy a 172 (1960 model) because it is a far more economical plane, not that much slower and sips fuel (6 - 6.5 gallons per hour) compared to the 182. The other thing is...in all my years of flying, needing a true 4 passenger airplane almost never happened. The most I ever had was 2 other people in my airplane and the other 95% of passenger time, just 1 passenger. Needing the extra useful load is an individual thing and I would bet that most people don't need it nor hardly ever utilize it. No doubt the 182 is a great aircraft but the 172 beats it hands down, everything considered.

[@gmcjetpilot]

Congrats on owning a great plane. The C182 reputation has been known for 60 years. The C182 is the practical SUV of GA SE airplanes. It can actually fly 4 adults in decent comfort. Has good T/O, Climb, Cruise Ldg performance, with good soft field ability.... It is rugged and high wing makes entry and exit easy, easy to camp under wing, easy to sight see countryside go by enroute. Is it the perfect plane? No plane is. If you want the Piper take on this category of plane, the Cherokee 6. No CONS? There are some.

[@noblegoldheart8508]

A friend of mine took me on a flight in his 182, and he let me take the controls for a little bit. I was so impressed by how smooth the aircraft was, even in the turbulence it was still stable. I was also impressed with how smooth the landings are in those airplanes, both in short fields, and long runways. I also appreciate how roomy the cockpit was. Even on my simulator, the 182 is very fun to fly. While it's a far fetched idea to buy one, I don't think it's impossible. It's my dream airplane now and I can say I will have one eventually.

[@MrMonoTracer]

Don’t forget the big umbrella and the sunshade that also serve as a wing… And there’s 1 gazillion STCs for this aircraft. And 135 kts. is maybe not too fast, but from my own experience a few extra knots make a huge difference when you encounter strong headwind. And and and…

[@asimsherzai]

Great video and very informative explanation of this beautiful rugged aircraft..thank you

[@AirplaneAcademy]

Glad you enjoyed!!

[@timbrown6130]

Now I'll never be able to afford one! You let out all the good stuff! Great video - thanks!

[@AirplaneAcademy]

:) Glad you enjoyed and that it was helpful!

[@Motard98]

Great video I had very similar criteria. I ultimately chose the Piper Dakota due to less need for unimproved runways and the 540 Lycoming vs 470 Continental.

[@will4390]

Trying to decide between the 182 and Cherokee 6 !

[@ersinc9080]

Vans RV 10 is equal to or better in all the mentioned specs. Many available pre-built. Just another good option. AOPA did a comparison.

[@javakiwi1]

I have had an RV10 for four years. Best all around 4-seater in my opinion. The second best is the 182. Close second.

[@leonard.l2671]

Flown it! Great plane but nowhere as smooth, as comfortable and as quiet in the air as a Bonanza!!

[@realtalkwithreese9331]

I feel like my Cherokee 180 does all of those things well 1170 useful load, 700+ a tank, cruise speed 134, comfortable to me 180lbs and needs only 600ft for short field. I agree definitely not as spacious or convenient to get in and out of. I definitely have to stay in shape 😂

[@jamesunger8433]

Cessna's also have a high lift wing with a fowler flap system which means: super low stall speed with full flaps. Put it down in an emergency and you are not plowing fields on landing. Cessna's have awesome survivability. Also with one notch of flaps in an emergency you can hang in the air for a long time with a high glide ratio. You can spend more time trying to trouble shoot and if you have to put it down you can stay calm and plan your emergency landing approach. I love this aspect of Cessna's, oh not to mention the high wing offers great solar protection especially on long flights in ideal day VFR conditions. Some may not think the Cessna is a beautiful A/C. I disagree. They are unique and SUPER easy to fly as well. Stalls are soooo benign you can almost recover without even applying elevator input. They WILL NOT TRY TO KILL YOU! Cessna wins for me. Now the question if given the opportunity. The non turbo or turbo model! Hmmmm!

[@h2otek312]

Fine bird, have a few memorable hours in one myself. The points are true enough. My feeling is most pilots over-rate the need for payload & seats when they so rarely actually ever take advantage. That said, some will indeed take full advantage. Either way, if you have the means, why not? My appetites run more toward building an experimental kit. Which is more realistic for me, but all goes to prove there are few one size fits all answers in aviation. But indeed, the Skylane sure covers a lot of bases!

[@larrymayberry2312]

Looking at a Pilatus PC 12 NGX for our family plane. I feel the same as you do about the qualities of the Pilatus as you do about the 182.

[@SuperEddietv]

Uh yeah, for 22 times the price. Good for you if you can swing that. Pilatus is the SUV of the skies for sure.

[@AirplaneAcademy]

Very cool. You'll make lots of fun memories in the PC-12!

[@brotherlove6216]

@@SuperEddietv I'm looking at an A380 for the family and 390 of our closest friends. There should be some on the market at a discount.

[@sethvalentine8240]

PC12 is a great airplane to fly. Great range and decent speed with a great useful load. Other than price, not much downside.

[@SuperEddietv]

@@brotherlove6216 oh, absolutely!

[@John-cv1ds]

I love the quality of this video, what software program are you using to produce these videos. I know it’s not directly in aviation question but I was hoping you might be able to help with that

[@AirplaneAcademy]

Thanks John. Adobe Premier Pro

[@seeinglight]

Neat work, enjoyed the video. Would love a 182

[@weswheel4834]

Thanks for the video. I love the detail about the cabin shape due to the high wings. As I only fly in simulators, details like that are fun to know, thanks :)

[@thonatim5321]

RV-10 would like to have a word with you. It beats the C182 in just about every category. The only advantage any factory airplane has is that experimental aircraft cannot be used for hire. So if you are not planning on performing charter flights or carry cargo; the RV-10 is, hands down, the better choice.

[@TheParatus1]

Hi Charlie, Great video, and great comments below. You've helped me solidify my purchase decision and I've just made an offer on a 182, really hoping to strike a deal. Keep up the great content! Kind regards from Canada, Shawn

[@AirplaneAcademy]

Awesome! Keep me posted. You'll never regret owning a 182.

[@TheParatus1]

@@AirplaneAcademy The 182 deal fell through and our market for pre-owned 182s is very thin in Canada - I just put a deposit on a 177A - I'll let you know how it goes. Cheers and happy flying. :)

[@kentwilliams4152]

Thanks. It is the most enjoyable aircraft I have ever flown.

[@lindawilkins6075]

Charlie can you use a 182 for flight training from the very start of your training? Love your videos. What year is your 182?

[@tomcorwine3091]

I don’t think there’s anything legally to stop you from training in a complex aircraft (“complex” being, for all intents and purposes, an aircraft with a constant speed prop), but I would start off learning in a fixed prop with just throttle and mixture at the beginning. Perhaps the first 10 hours or so before having an extra control to fuss with.

[@AirplaneAcademy]

Hi Linda - thanks! Mine is a 1975 P model. Like Tom said, there's nothing stopping you from training day 1 in a 182. If you were just renting it though, it would be cheaper to learn in a 172 or something because you don't need the extra power and fuel burn of the 182 for your early maneuvers. Later on you can do some transition training into the 182 if that's what you're going to be flying. It's not a bad transition at all. But if you owned one or something you could certainly just start in the 182 all the way through.

[@lindawilkins6075]

@@AirplaneAcademy Thanks Charlie

[@WinginWolf]

I’d throw in that it doesn’t have to be a retractable gear aircraft (it can be…). That’ll jack up the insurance because gear up landings. It’s also a familiar aircraft for people that have flown C172s… and you won’t lose familiarity should you fly a 182. C172s are available to rent everywhere.

[@Patrick-pm1sn]

Owning a 177 RG since 2008. 850 lbs payload, 9,8 Gallon/ hour @ 137 KTAS. Larger cabin, much better looks and nicer handling. IF you don’t need the carrying capacity out of short n soft fields at high gross weight - a 177 RG is unbeatable in terms of fuel efficiency and comfort.

[@johntempest267]

The Bearhawk 5, I'm fairly certain, beats the 182 in all of his mentioned categories.

[@ph5915]

I've owned a 1969 C172K for 11 yrs. It has been a very good little plane for my purposes. It has the 150 HP Lyc O-320 engine and I put a PowerFlow exhaust on it, it is very economical and I can carry 650 lbs of useful load With the full tanks (38 gal). Slow as heck, sure, and really only comfortable for 2 people, but I only fly locally in good weather. My brother owns a C33-A Debonair and it's got like 1400 lbs useful, more now since he just had tip-tanks installed. His 285 HP IO-520 burns between 12-14 g/hr but he goes 160-170 knots usually. It's a great plane, but too expensive for my budget. I'm just a VFR weekend pilot. I've often looked at the older C182's as the next logical upgrade, but even the older ones are usually pricey if decently equipped. For me, I can't justify the added expense of fuel for just a lazy day flying. I keep vacillating between a tandem two-seater taildragger because that's just really fun to me, or, Van's RV, probably the best for me would be a 9A, docile, yet still fun, quick, and economical for both a distance trip or just up and about.

[@AirplaneAcademy]

Thanks Pete. It sounds like you've got a great bird, especially for the type of flying you're looking to do. 172's are great machines and I probably could have bought a 172 and still accomplished most of my missions over the last 5 years. Great airplanes.

[@ph5915]

@@AirplaneAcademy haha, thank you, agreed! As well, I love the C182's, just couldn't justify the extra expense as I almost always fly alone and don't go anywhere far...

[@gsamelon]

I want a 182 so I can not be grounded in the summer with more than a small passenger here in phoenix in C172. Can't seem to find one though that has good records and reasonable price. I constantly see late 60's early 70s 182s with no upgrades in the cockpit from the original and people want 150K.

[@gregfaris6959]

It's worth mentioning that the older, pre-GARA models perform just as well as the newer ones, so you can save some money with that. Unfortunately, even the older ones are selling for very high prices today. Everything he says about it is true - and everyone knows it!

[@normancarter5419]

Airplane Academy - Charlie, when did you buy yours, was it actually in 2016? How Much did you pay for it? What upgrades, costs, etc., have you installed and incurred? Major Pros and Cons?

[@rogercox8228]

Love your videos man! I’m a student pilot would you suggest a 206 over anything else?

[@AirplaneAcademy]

Thanks! Totally depends on your mission. I'm considering upgrading to a 206 at some point only because my family has grown and my mission profile is starting to change. But the 182 has been the perfect airplane for me for a long time. 206 is overkill for training but it depends on what you need it for.

[@mattbasford6299]

Our club's 182 had ling range tanks. If you fill all 92 gallons up (as our policy states) I would have to drain fuel out for a good useful load. That's a real pain.

[@rp61]

Great videos! I’ve flown 152s, 172s, a Tomahawk once and an aerobatic glider once! I’m still undecided as to what I should get. Of course I should fly many more airplanes before trying to decide. Until then, there’s videos like yours. At least two of the reasons I like the high wings are the boarding and having two doors. PPL single engine land 130hrs

[@AirplaneAcademy]

Thanks! I like high wings, too. Get some shade in the summer and you can see the world better. But it really depends on what your mission is going to be. Suggest the video I mentioned at the end. Hope it helps! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWPbk4NvhZqFepI

[@lordpmo]

Kodiak series 100 is the bo Jackson of airplanes, trade off is $ but nothing beats it in all categories

[@atom545noutron]

I just wanted to say that I love your videos!

[@AirplaneAcademy]

Thanks so much! I'm glad you are enjoying them! :)

[@clarencehopkins7832]

Excellent stuff bro

[@captainlou9677]

So I'm just starting my aviation journey. I'm 47, and I've always wanted to learn to fly. I'm enrolled in a ground school course now. My aim is to be able to fly recreationally in the beginning and perhaps develop some kind of income or even charity service down the road. I live in Los Angeles and I may be starting a business in Texas. And I'll have to travel between LA to Dallas area often in the coming years. I might be in the market for something that can handle a 1200 mile trip often. Anyway, I really enjoyed your video. Great delivery and you made it interesting and informative. Look forward to your response. Thank you in advance...

[@AirplaneAcademy]

Congrats on starting your aviation journey! You have so much to look forward to. Needing to travel from LA to Dallas really depends on your budget and how quickly you're needing to get there. Honestly, getting a commercial flight would be a lot cheaper and faster. If you're needing to get there reasonably fast you're probably looking at a turboprop or light jet. If you're okay getting there slower you could still do it in a 182 with a few stops. But that's more for the passion of it and not the convenience.

[@robertschneider2189]

The older I get (now 71) the more I like getting in and out of the 182, rather than having to be a contortionist to get in and out of a low wing plane. The Piper Malibu is the exception, but look at the price compared to the 182

[@mikeabc5355]

Only time you have too much fuel is if you are on fire or taking off from high altitude airport on a hot day. :)

[@mrkc10]

Nice video. Very informative. Strait forward advice from an owner.

[@iflyc77]

I think your videos are why 182P/Q prices have skyrocketed lately lol. I have been trying to buy one but may just wait until the market comes back down.

[@AirplaneAcademy]

Shoot! I hope not. But yes they are great airplanes! It seems like airplane prices are pretty inflated across the board right now. Curious if it's similar to how prices for boats, RV's, trailers, etc. got inflated during the pandemic as well because more people are looking for adventure hobbies that they can do with their family and not be in crowds.

[@markthibault8579]

Great aircraft and a jack of all trades. Check out Backcountry 182's channel if you want to see what a C182 can do off airport. For those on a budget, another option is an older Cessna 172 with the 180hp STC which gives you a gross weight increase and a decent useful load of around 1000 lbs.

[@davidnelson4707]

A great presentation and very informative,keep up the good work

[@AirplaneAcademy]

Thanks so much. Really appreciate it!

[@ambientheatingandcooling530]

The 182 (Kenai) is on my short list for 1st plane. I'd prefer the 177RG but I'm concerned about non-paved landings because of the small tires on the RG. How much experience due you have on soft runways and is it really something to be 'overly' cautious about? Thx, Joe

[@philiporourke7896]

Great vid, thanx dude.

[@in2flying]

Nice. You should do a video on the "dreaded blue knob" for 172 people moving up to this great plane.

[@Ichibuns]

An hour of ground instruction and an hour of airplane time with an instructor is all it takes. I wouldn't say it's dreaded. It's actually very useful

[@in2flying]

@@Ichibuns that could be said for a majority of you tube videos.

[@dalgrim]

The Constant Speed prop is an easy transition, I think it took about 10 min of ground and one or two trips around the pattern. Cowl flaps are easier to forget about and can damage the engine just as fast if not faster and a lot of planes with a blue knob have cowl flaps. Now the white knob you really have to watch! (That’s a manual pitch adjustment on older planes. You have the be the “constant” in constant speed)

[@AirplaneAcademy]

Good idea! I remember that feeling like a big adjustment at first. After a few hours it really does become second nature.

[@berhorn]

Having made the step from flying gliders to flying powered and never flying anything with an engine and no blue knob, I don't see how it's such a big deal. It's just like shifting gears in a car or a bicycle...

[@dalgrim]

The only other plane that compares is the Piper Cherokee 6. They tick almost all the same boxes. Or perhaps a Cherokee 180, you lose the speed but gain the short field ability, just watch out for shrubs etc with the low wings. That said I really REALLY like the 182, It is definitely a full step above the 172s, etc.I’ve got about 200 hours in a 182 and 300 in a PA-28-180, then a few in a collection of other light singles (AA5-B, PA-16, 8KCAB, Navion, Comanche 235, 172, C206, C177) Edit: I just realized I completely forgot about the Maule M-7!. Those things are amazing, 900+ useful load, 8-9gal/hr fuel burn at 125kts, 500ft landing and takeoff distance. Plus the steering wheel is on the “correct” end ;-).

[@AirplaneAcademy]

I agree. I didn't strongly consider one because all of my time was in 172's, a 182, and a super cub. So for purchasing I didn't feel comfortable switching platforms and styles and wanted to stay in that same realm of airplane and got the 182. But I'd love to fly a Cherokee Six one day! Got my complex in an Arrow.

[@sail4horizon]

Love the 182! Mind if I ask what camera & lens you're shooting with? The focus and focal length are really great for talking head shots like that.

[@AirplaneAcademy]

I’ve got a free, in-depth answer to your question at airplaneacademy.com/start. Check it out and let me know what you think!

[@skyartrc8286]

I love Cessna's, made in Independence Kansas.

[@AClark-gs5gl]

A 5th seat option or 5-place option would be nice, imho. Regardless, subscribed.

[@AirplaneAcademy]

Awesome! Excited to have you as a subscriber.

[@superiorautomotive143]

Thanks for this post.

[@Tadrjbs]

The 182 Skylane has always been the "Cadillac Of The Sky" and it's earned the title.

[@NickW6400]

I am 20 years old, looking to purchase a ifr 182 to fly between WV and North Florida.

[@TOB-uk2xy]

I really love your videos and channel. I am just curious. For the same mission and passengers, would you prefer to do it in a 206? Just having the extra capacity and few inches can be nice. Just curious if you think it would be worth it?

[@AirplaneAcademy]

Thanks so much! As my family grows, I am starting to think about a 206 a little more. I mostly just fly by myself, but when we visited family for the holidays and had the airplane completely loaded down (including a 7-month old in a carseat) I was thinking it would be nice to have more room. It still got the job done, but with more kids it probably won't (at least not for that specific mission that only occurs a small percentage of the time). I would be interested in a bonanza if it weren't for the fact that back country stuff is really my favorite, so a 206 would do better in that scenario. I don't get to do Arkansas and Idaho etc. that often but it's my favorite kind of flying so I want the airplane to be able to do that stuff too.

[@PuppyDogPilot]

The 172 is absolutely the jack-of-all-trades-master-of-none airplane, hands down. And that is what many of us love about it. Great video.

[@syitiger9072]

I’m an electrician just wandering if it would be good especially in Alaska