Tour my Customised Cirrus SR22!

The features and customisations of my Cirrus SR22. The gear I carry, what I've done to the aircraft - avionics, camera mounts, safety gear and more. See inside the cockpit and look at the changes I've made to this Cirrus Aircraft.
In this video, I'm taking you on a tour of my Customised Cirrus SR22.
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[@MarkNewtonFlies]

Hey Stef - safety note: watching you install the cowl plugs in the nose: if you stick them in the way you did, with the cord which connects them BEHIND the propeller, and you forget to remove them before you start the engine, they’ll block airflow into the cowl and the engine will overheat VERY quickly, potentially causing a safety of flight issue. If you install them with the cord which connects them together IN FRONT of the propeller, and you forget to remove them before you start the engine, the propeller blades will yank them out and throw them clear while you’re cranking, which will embarrass you as soon as you notice but will also eliminate the risk of engine failure and forced landing due to overheating. Easy habit to form, and much safer!

[@StefanDrury]

That's a great tip, thank you for posting that Mark.

[@LimeyTX]

I second that advice. Don’t ask me how I know!!

[@tomferg_]

It never fails to amaze me the experiences this man has had with this aircraft.

[@StefanDrury]

Thank you, I’m lucky to fly it.

[@LoboLakerGaming]

Hey Stef, would it be a good idea to maybe show us a flight from beginning to end? I mean showing us the process you use to plan the flight, filing it, plugging it into your systems, and actually performing the flight? I think it could make for some great content :)

[@ydhirsch]

This was the most useful thing I did for my ground school students, to give them the big picture. Please do!

[@pushtheenvelope]

8:56 I believe the phrase you’re looking for is a “snakes wedding”! Thanks for the vid, enjoyed as always 😊

[@StefanDrury]

A snakes wedding is such a good phrase! I will be using that in the future. Thanks Matt.

[@colddripgaming]

You’re definitely a lot better prepared than most. No planes I’ve seen carry much in the way of emergency gear and that’s even the ones going out on cross country a lot

[@Laz_Arus]

Thanks for the tour Stef. One thing I noticed though was that you have Duracell Alkaline batteries as spares. They are known to leak more readily over time, so I would suggest using something like Energizer Alkalines instead, or better still, some Energizer Ultimate Lithium in AA/AAA size. The nominal voltage is slightly higher but most devices should accommodate that fine.

[@StefanDrury]

That’s good to know, thanks for the tip.

[@PureGlide]

Very good! We use the EDS in our gliders too, love that system.

[@StefanDrury]

Yeah it’s a very reliable system, I love having it.

[@brendancostello8115]

Hey Stef, for really enjoy your videos. One small thing though the Australian Flag on the right side of EYZ is on the wrong way, the front edge of the flag should always be towards the front of the aircraft. You can see this on all RAAF aircraft. Keep up the awesome content.

[@bavan]

This looks like an awesome customisation job! The added safety gear and the GoPro mounts are especially impressive. Great video, Stefan!

[@AndyRRR0791]

Stef has so much lift he doesn't care about the drag. I'll bet he's the type of guy that carries a puncture repair kit with him when he goes cycling.

[@StefanDrury]

I do! (And a first aid kit)

[@AndyRRR0791]

@@StefanDrury I love your optimism Stef!

[@allabouthelenawithgoldenwe904]

You’ve inspired me! I will do a video on the 1960’s or something 182 club plane I fly for $79 an hour. The steam gauges are remarkably accurate! Good day mate! Thank you

[@BrianDias007]

I would add a water filtration device to the emergency kit, for example a "mini Sawyer " or something, they are very small and useful, also a zippo lighter wrapped up in packaging tape and a couple of tampons to start a fire with.

[@letsseeif]

Stefan. This has been a particularly interesting and informative video on the often unseen essentials which enable your flying missions and filming thereof.

[@threepauleightytwo3P82]

Loved the Tour, I enjoyed it so much!👍

[@pilotpeego1820]

Awesome video. Thanks for sharing!

[@Jm12746]

I wonder if they make a solar panel installation for the baggage compartment window. Would be nice to not have to waste that space and get at least something.

[@BennyAxford]

Very insightful as always, thanks for sharing✌🏼

[@StefanDrury]

Thanks Ben

[@MrJames_1]

You probably have one but if not I'd add a power bank and required cables to your bag. I have one that includes a torch and solar panel (looking for one with a wireless charging pad as well). Also, for tie-downs individual zip-lock bags to stuff them in are pretty handy (rolling optional).

[@marsgal42]

When I bought my plane (nowhere nearly as fancy as EYZ, alas...) part of my budget was an allowance for making it my own. I bought a canopy cover, wing and tail covers (only used in the winter) and cowl plugs. Now that the dust has settled from the engine rebuild I'm thinking about refreshing the avonics.

[@And_Rotate]

Just wanted to test out the , good quality as always

[@OldFliersGroup]

There is a cold beer (or two) waiting for you at Jandakot if ever you make it across the Nullabor Stefan.

[@dansteiner2191]

I enjoy your channel. This short video on your plane was most interesting. How often do you clean … and wax? The exterior. Your attention to keeping the scab in simple, yet having important safety gear handy is a great guide for other pilots and even for those who travel on land particularly into more remote regions of Oz. Thanks, Dan in Canberra.

[@samirchhetri8291]

you are the reason why i want to fly plan thank you man wish to meet you in AU soon

[@CaptainG1001]

OMG I SAW U FLYING THE OTHER DAY!! Hello from Singapore. I am currently in moorabbin doing my RPL training hahah hope to see you ard one day!

[@hawaiinnative]

i would recommend water purification, like the ones hikers use.

[@jasonhuxley7018]

Thanks for the tour. Very well prepared for all contingencies! For remote flights do you ever need to carry spare parts for common things that break? Aka like top and bottom hoses, filters and fan belt etc that I carry in my 4wd when I go outback. Of course with aircraft you’d prefer that nothing ever breaks!

[@tyjohnson7428]

That portable urinal is by far far the most useful upgrade

[@StefanDrury]

Haha, it's an undervalued piece of equipment.

[@benjarvis5407]

Awesome setup Stef! It really is the Mercedes Benz of 4 seaters. I was excited when I heard you flying EYZ on Saturday on Melb centre. I was in the area in a warrior near French island. I heard you say you altered track to the right to avoid an aircraft at 2500ft heading south towards you within 1nm. Happy flying! Ben

[@StefanDrury]

Thanks Ben, yes that was a fun flight home but a typically busy welcome back to Melbourne airspace! Hope you had a good flight down South.

[@Prich378]

Hey were did you by that plane it is so nice

[@IanFlyer100]

Very interesting, thank you for showing us.

[@saml9358]

Nice video, keep up the good work❤

[@getkarthikin]

As a fan from your Melbourne. Can we join you on one of your trips pleeeease, even if it’s from Essendon to Moorabbin I’d be super grateful.

[@davegrundgeiger9063]

American here. When I visit Australia I love seeing and hearing the acknowledgement of and respect for traditional custodians of the land. Props for flying the aboriginal flag. When I lead meetings at my job, I want to start saying a few words about our Native nations, similar to what I've heard in Australia.

[@StefanDrury]

Hey Dave, thanks for leaving that comment, that's great to hear you do the same in the US and I appreciate the support.

[@jfpilot7100]

Excellent, and good inspiration. Thanks, I suppose you also have spare oil in the back :)

[@StefanDrury]

Yes I carry a box of oil in the back, didn’t think that was very exciting to show in this video though!

[@NeelsAviation]

Amazing Video Stefan!

[@jeetts59]

Very interesting and helpful information. I am wondering what is the brand of knife with the green Fluoro handle, please

[@StefanDrury]

It's a Wichard sailing knife.

[@chriswoods2263]

Great video, Keep them coming

[@geoffgatward2526]

Hey Stef, I like the idea of the flares, thinking about adding some to my kit, but would they not fall under dangerous goods that can't be carried??

[@jrexw]

Stef, thank you for your enthusiasm with everything aviation. Question: If you have a radio malfunction is there a back system?

[@StefanDrury]

There are two radio units in the aircraft and a spare handheld microphone I can broadcast on if my headset fails. I also carry a handheld radio most times just in case.

[@einsesteinpiorosado8071]

Gracias, muy interesante.

[@freecityfan]

Love your work Stef,

[@darkofc]

👍👍 Subscribed few years now - no comments (except "thumb - up" - until now) - absolutely love your videos ! P.S. You know this perfectly well - just a friendly reminder - never enough of these .. Please, please - be extremely careful with these oxygen connectors 6:50 min - finger grease, food, graphite from pencil etc. - basically anything oily or greasy - is big NO NO .. (oxygen is - well - "oxidizer" .. 😉) Otherwise - please keep up with excellent videos - you make my days more "shiny" - thanks for sharing ! P.P.S. This is not a "envy/jealous", "competition?" or "just kidding" type of comment .. - I don't have problems with camera wing mount - it is not a critical part of wing - like wing root .. 🙃

[@wombat_au]

Great vid Stef

[@xjohnno]

Aewsome vid Stef!

[@johnclauder615]

You forgot Milkshake !

[@StefanDrury]

The MOST essential bit of flying kit!

[@downunderdave5417]

I believe the collective noun for tie down straps is "a Shit Fight of straps" I keep mine individually in zip seal bags!

[@StefanDrury]

Seperate bags is a good idea, thanks Dave

[@downunderdave5417]

@@StefanDrury Tops... Just make sure that bags are only just big enough to contain the strap neatly wrapped or they still can get there collective noun name even though they are a single unit!

[@MarkAnthony-ks5zj]

Hey Stef, great video, love to chat with you about what we are doing with Angel Flight. Let me know how I can reach you

[@djwashx]

How long did it take to aquire you "extra accessories" did tou know day 1 when purchased thanks!!!!!!!!!!

[@Strato6049]

My first time on this channel but you got my respect seeing how you fly the aborigines flag on the tail along with the Australian one.

[@StefanDrury]

Thanks strato, and welcome to the channel.

[@DJ99777]

I’m gonna win a Cirrus later this year.

[@TazerXI]

"A multi tool, in case I need to stab a bear, or open some wine" After landing in the Australian outbacks, it is good to know that if in doubt, you can always open any wine bottles you may find in the wild.

[@StefanDrury]

Correct, bottles of cab merlot grow naturally in the wild here in Australia.

[@sly.sydney6165]

completely unrelated to EYZ but what is the red and white turboprop in the background?

[@allanmanning]

Great job mate. 👏

[@StefanDrury]

Thanks 👍

[@DanFrederiksen]

No drysuit? cheap improvised immersion suit. if water is cold, could be handy. Australia is somewhat warm but water south west of tasmania can get to 10 degrees in which you last an hour before death. Water has to be pretty tropical to survive anything but an immediate rescue. David Lesh who may have ditched his plane on purpose in california in the summer was only in the water for 30 minutes before rescue and he was close to hypothermia. So any actual cold water is a death sentence. Quick google suggests weight around 2kg, maybe 500 aus new. maybe find a used one for 200.

[@Yodavich]

I've got a question for you. How often do you rack up a hundred? And do Blueys ever have to carry out additional work or is it pretty straightforward ?

[@nYatYm]

Hello, thank you for your video, do you fly Best power or best economy and how do you choose between both options? What is your average fuel consumption? You didn't talk about the parachute is there a specific procedure to use it?

[@StefanDrury]

Good questions Rémy, I fly power and economy depending on the flight. There are different opinions but myself and my engineering team agree it's best not to fly lean of peak (economy, around 11-12gph) all the time. So I make sure to vary it and fly some legs rich of peak (power 15-17gph) as well. But for longer flights when fuel quantity is a consideration, I will fly lean of peak to stretch out as much range as possible. And re the parachute, I made a video practising emergencies in the sim which you can see here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gmSwaXSXbJaKp6c

[@rjraft]

Thanks for the tour. Did you need STC's for the camera mounts?

[@StefanDrury]

We had to get an Engineering Order (EO) for the external wing mounts.

[@chags9307]

@@StefanDrury Did you have the brackets machined or did you find an off the shelf solution?

[@DaveHines1]

This is my aircraft , there are many like it , but this one is mine 😉🤣

[@Mike_Costello]

Maybe just call it a Knot of tie down straps. Knot. Get it? A knot of straps and a knot because aeroplanes. I am feeling super clever tonight.

[@StefanDrury]

I got it, and I am grateful for the nerdiness on this channel Mike!

[@Persojet]

Why so small clip on the emergency stuff? If it becomes stressful situation your hands will be shaking and you can't see well (tunnel vision). It would be much more reliable to have a large clip that is easy to handle. Otherwise great tour and all stuff there seemed to be meaningful!

[@MikeLinthicum-t4j]

How much weight is added by all of your emergency and backup equipment that you showed us?

[@StefanDrury]

I add 10kg to cover the emergency gear on the backseat. In the baggage compartment I add 15kg to cover the liferaft, cover, and other bits. Those are a permanent line item on my w&b in Garmin Pilot on my iPad.

[@louboxjelly3426]

Hey Stefan, what GoPro do you use inside of the Aircraft?

[@StefanDrury]

Currently I'm using a GoPro Hero 9.

[@eugene4981]

Stef, do you notice or get much yaw with the camera mounted on the wing? One other trivial thing, I was always told to have the cowl plug ropes in front of the prop so if they are ever forgotten, the prop will pull them out on start up and save you cooking your engine in the climb (may not be relevant since you have flags on them though)

[@petet968]

Hi Stef, what are those white rods near the top of the tail? Radio ariels? As a courier I used a wide top thermos for you know what.

[@StefanDrury]

Hey Pete, those are antenna for receiving VOR signals when shooting a VOR approach. Not often used on this aircraft nowadays, most approaches are ILS or RNP (GPS).

[@petet968]

@@StefanDrury Thanks Stefan!

[@Cupidzarrows]

parachutes?

[@hq632]

Being low wing makes it a lousy skydiving plane.

[@julianturecek2373]

The whole plane has a parachute

[@ninjaroo882]

How much a gllon does AVGAS cost at Moorabbin?

[@dwykejack1279]

Wanna see how you take out the oxygen tubes and mask from behind the seats please

[@FlyingDutchman1990]

I thought that most SR22 have a oxygen tank in the back of the fuselage. is the different with your aircraft or are you just not using it?

[@StefanDrury]

Yeah not all SR22s have oxygen built in. The SR22Ts (turbo version which can go higher) generally have an oxygen system built in. But normally aspirated 22s like mine don't have it. Thanks Robert.

[@DamienRufus]

What size ipad is that?

[@tombullen-g8v]

Have you ever had passengers in the back seat

[@StefanDrury]

Yes, absolutely.

[@coreyhutchonson1368]

take the batteries out of your head lamp. if you leave it too long the inside will start to corrode.ask me how i know.

[@StefanDrury]

Yeah I generally replace them every so often, but I leave them in so if I need the headlamp in an emergency it's ready to go. Rather replace a headlamp every few years than struggle to put batteries in if I'm cold or injured on the ground after a forced landing. Thanks for the tip though Corby.

[@TrueAviation-c6t]

How much is it to own an SR22?

[@Maviation]

Just out of curiosity. The SR22 is a really nice aircraft, but it has an insane fuel consumption. Any thoughts on selling EYZ and getting a more fuel efficient machine? The advantage is also that when you make your trip around the world it can be tricky to get hold of Avgas, a used DA40 (DA50 if you can afford it...) with JET A1 is easyier to get hold of, or a Sling TSI (or similar) which takes normal car gas. I know you already have it figured out. But do you have any thoughts about this?

[@alphaadhito]

Sling TSi was the thing come to my mind when it comes to efficiency. Can drink regular high octane mogas, decent room (actually quite bigger than a Cessna 172), tubocharged engine and also have optional balistic parachute if you desire. Well, literally a budget SR-22 😅

[@julianturecek2373]

I fly a SR22 and I think the fuel consumption is pretty good when leaned to Best Economy (12-13gph or ~50l/h) at 165kt.

[@Maviation]

@@julianturecek2373 so how about getting 100LL? We dont have fancy planes like the cirrus at my club.. just ordinary pipers and cessnas that we fuel using 91/96 Mogas because 100ll is hard to get by and expensive

[@StefanDrury]

Like most things it's a pay off. Yes I have higher fuel consumption in the SR22, but I have a bigger total fuel capacity and often have a faster cruise speed. Lean of peak I can burn around 11gph and get a cruise TAS of around 155kts. With a 92G tank this can give me 5-6 hours of flying. Every aircraft has pros and cons, but for me and with the flying I do right now, this is the best aircraft for my needs. But AvGas availability is definitely a consideration for international flying.

[@scottmoseley5122]

Somehow I get the feeling that Steph is not concerned about the price of Avgas.

[@svobi04]

I just don’t get why there is a window above the baggage compartment?!

[@chags9307]

The more windows for more situational awareness, the better.

[@Stwutter1973]

Love your vids man. You do remind me of the old joke though... How dya know when you've met a Vegan? Give it a few minutes - they'll mention it...

[@StefanDrury]

Haha, vegans and pilots! I'm like the worst of both worlds 😂

[@Stwutter1973]

@@StefanDrury Unfortunately, my 'Cirrus pilot eating a Big Mac' garnered no results... 😏.

[@OPPLAYER57_YT]

does the GoPro on the wing affect the drag or maneuverability of the aircraft?

[@tawdi2323]

What would your most essential piece of gear be? What’s next on the list of gadgets to get?

[@katzolicious]

where was milkshake?

[@foxzip]

Hi

[@microgr77]

how i wish to have a joy ride echo yankee zulo

[@khiemnguyenau]

hi

[@slideryt]

Aboriginal flag: Do you acknowledge the traditional land custodians everytime you land like Qantas?

[@matthewbrowell1243]

Can U give me a free flight somewhere and back?

[@xbrules]

A gaggle of ratchet straps? 😂

[@StefanDrury]

I like gaggle, that’s descriptive.

[@xbrules]

@@StefanDrury glad I could help! Great video once again 👏

[@davidau8455]

Nice additions! Sad though about the 2nd flag which tells the world we're a divided nation under two separate flags, instead of just one united country in which we're all equally Australian. Even the US or Canada, or NZ, don't have a second flag. Australians are becoming too divisive and woke for their good.

[@PetraKann]

You created weak spots on the wing, just to mount a camera? The drag is small but not balanced across the entire wing span. A internal cabin mounted camera would still be able to record take offs and landings. Appallingly trivial modification - very disappointed at the moment. I know that if I was buying this aircraft I would request a significant discount to cover the costs of hiring a qualified aeronautical structural engineer to determine any safety issues with this ridiculous wing modification

[@Matthew_M11]

Having the wing camera mount is critical for his intention with this aircraft, though. It's for leisure and content making and having exterior footage is important for that. If you are going to go to this extent and make monetized KZbin content with your own aircraft, you may as well have it there.

[@thedave7760]

LOL. So someone somewhere doing something you don't agree with to an aircraft that you will never see be in or ever get the chance to buy leads to you being disappointed, wow, just wow. How arrogant/ignorant do you have to be to make such a statement. Steff doesn't just go around drilling holes in his baby willy nilly he would have consulted engineers beforehand and if I am right I think you will find the holes he used were preexisting from the factory. "Ridiculous wing modification" indeed... Why don't you go consult your qualified aeronautical structural engineer and tell us how much of a discount Steff should give when he sells.

[@eugene4981]

How has it created a weak spot? It has an engineering order certifying it’s use and it’s screwed in to the existing holes. It’s made of steel so a longer bolt to compensate for the thickness of the bracket and it anything, given the spread of the bracket clamping down it’s probably increased the integrity of the tip fairing being bolted to the wing…..

[@PetraKann]

@@eugene4981 Give it time my friend....give it time.

[@morerightrudder9742]

It's not like he did a DIY job himself. Here in Australia everything has to go through CASA and an engineering order must be submitted. Engineers will then determine if the proposed modification will effect the aircraft and go from there.

[@jessiepink3624]

Typical Melbournian

[@chillies4156]

Hello