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I should have some pics in the next couple of days.
I flew it again yesterday and I remain impressed. We did some takeoff roll and climb tests at 5500 lbs and 310 hp setting. Takeoff roll was 1350 feet and a five minute climb from 3000 feet put us at 12,500.
With the 3-bladed schmitar props the thing is quieter than a stock p337, so the gross weight increase should not be a problem. He's going for 5,700# with the 550s or with the Riley 520s.
Next week we'll take it up to fl 250 and do some speed tests. I'm expecting to see way more than 230 kts.
By the way, the flights were on a 87f day, but the cabin temp was 72 because of the Aviation Enterprises A/C system.
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