Rich of Peak (ROP) vs Lean of Peak (LOP)/Engine operation

[Walter Atkinson]

Kyle:

In answer to your questions, this was posted on the Cessna board this morning. It speaks directly to the points we are discussing. He's flying a CARBURETED 182. Notice that he's flying faster, cooler and on less fuel! This is a common response.

Walter

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Flew Santa Barbara (SBA) to John Wayne (SNA) at 5500'. Started with 7 degrees C carb temp, WOT, 2425 RPM, 10.3 GPH. Got 25-30 LOP. 76% HP. Hottest CHT was 329 with cowl flaps closed. I'm usually up around 16 GPH 200 ROP to get 75% power. Normally I fly 65% power at 25 ROP. I gained a few knots IAS today and burned a bit less gas. Very cool .
I strongly encourage everyone to attend the APS course. It's fun, informative and worth every cent. It is so nice to have the entire power/mixture spectrum available.

Thanks Walter and George.

Randy