**The Ultimate Middle Altitude Cruiser: Mooney Ovation Ultra**
When it comes to aircraft that can handle long-distance cross-country flights, Mooney's latest model, the Ovation Ultra, stands out as an excellent option. In order to create a plane that excels in this area, Mooney made some compromises. One of these compromises is lifting capacity, which was sacrificed for the sake of speed and endurance. This approach has resulted in an aircraft that can handle long-range flights while also being capable of carrying passengers quickly over land.
The Mooney Ovation Ultra is powered by a 310 horsepower Continental IO 550-G engine, which provides a climb rate of 1,300 feet per minute and a maximum speed of 197 knots. The avionics on board are the latest Garmin G1000 Nxi suite, with an additional GFC 700 autopilot system for added convenience. While this aircraft may not be ideal for short-field landings, it is more than capable of handling long-distance flights without issue.
For those looking to invest in a high-performance aircraft that can also handle cross-country travel, the Mooney Ovation Ultra is definitely worth considering. With its impressive speed and range capabilities, as well as comfortable seating for up to four passengers, this aircraft is an excellent choice for anyone who needs to fly long distances regularly.
**Performance and Technology: Cirrus SR22**
For pilots looking to upgrade from a Cherokee or Skyhawk, the Cirrus SR22 offers a significant leap in performance and technology. This aircraft provides a substantial increase in speed, as well as advanced avionics and mission capabilities. Whether you're stepping up to more advanced technology or simply need an aircraft that can handle longer flights, the Cirrus SR22 is an excellent option.
The SR22 is powered by a 310 horsepower Continental IO-550 engine, which provides a climb rate of 1,270 feet per minute and a maximum speed of 183 knots. The stall speed is 60 knots with flaps extended, making it an ideal choice for pilots who need to handle a variety of flight conditions. With a service ceiling of 17,500 feet and a range of up to 703 nautical miles, the SR22 can handle long-distance flights with ease.
In addition to its impressive performance capabilities, the Cirrus SR22 also features advanced avionics, including the Garmin G1000 Nxi suite. The aircraft also has a comfortable seating arrangement for up to four passengers, making it an excellent choice for personal or business use.
**Craftsmanship and Tradition: Beechcraft G36 Bonanza**
When it comes to aircraft that embody tradition and craftsmanship, the Beechcraft G36 Bonanza stands out as one of the finest examples. With its rich history dating back to 1947, the Bonanza has established itself as a symbol of excellence in aviation. This aircraft is designed with comfort, technology, and quality in mind, making it an ideal choice for pilots who value these aspects.
The G36 Bonanza is powered by a 300 horsepower Continental IO550 engine, which provides a climb rate of 1,230 feet per minute and a maximum speed of 205 knots. The aircraft features the latest Garmin G1000 Nxi avionics suite, ensuring that pilots have access to the most advanced technology available.
In addition to its impressive performance capabilities, the Bonanza is also known for its exceptional craftsmanship. With a focus on quality and attention to detail, this aircraft has established itself as one of the finest examples of aviation excellence. Whether you're looking for a reliable workhorse or a luxurious transport, the Beechcraft G36 Bonanza is definitely worth considering.
**Versatility and Capability: Cessna 206 Turbo Stationair HD**
When it comes to aircraft that can handle a variety of flight conditions, the Cessna 206 Turbo Stationair HD stands out as an excellent choice. Whether you're commuting with passengers, loading gear through the dual aft cargo doors, or landing on short dirt airstrips, this aircraft is designed to meet your needs.
The Cessna 206 is powered by a 310 horsepower Lycoming TIO 540 engine, which provides a climb rate of 1,161 feet per minute and a maximum speed of 161 knots. The stall speed is 57 knots, making it an ideal choice for pilots who need to handle a variety of flight conditions.
In addition to its impressive performance capabilities, the Cessna 206 Turbo Stationair HD also features advanced avionics, including the Garmin G1000Nxi suite. This aircraft has a range of up to 703 nautical miles and can carry six passengers at once with up to 180 pounds of baggage. Whether you're flying short hops or long-distance cross-country routes, this aircraft is designed to meet your needs.
**Conclusion**
When it comes to aircraft that excel in middle-altitude cruising, the Mooney Ovation Ultra, Cirrus SR22, Beechcraft G36 Bonanza, and Cessna 206 Turbo Stationair HD all stand out as excellent options. Each of these aircraft offers a unique combination of performance, technology, and versatility, making them ideal choices for pilots who need to fly long distances regularly.
Whether you're looking for a high-performance workhorse or a luxurious transport, one of these aircraft is sure to meet your needs. With their impressive speed, range capabilities, and advanced avionics, these planes are an excellent choice for anyone who needs to fly middle-altitude routes with ease.
"WEBVTTKind: captionsLanguage: enSpeeeeeed is fun. If you are here, then I can bet my urrrhhh (your guess is as good as mine) that you can afford a jet, but want something small, fast and efficient, or you cannot afford a jet or a turboprop just like me haha, but need something that can get to places fast, or you can’t afford an airplane at all (Maaayybbee still like me haha) but love airplanes and enjoy knowing more about them… Well, whichever category you fall, I got you… This video is not in the order of speed but it will be as in the order of speed as possible haha. And it is not exactly a top 10 fastest something, because if so, Lancairs might occupy 6 out of 10 planes I want cover, so I am covering planes for different missions and from different manufactures, mostly those currently in production. Without further ado, lets get into it.. Urrhhh wait, some people said that I sound like a TV commercial haha, I see that in the comment section. I’m not endorsing any of these planes, but airplane I’m obsessed with is ths JMB Evolution, I have no family, so I’m okay with two seats. Okay that’s it, we can look at it now.Pipistrel Panthera (Starts at $600,000) The Panthera is the most recent four-seater you can or cannot get today. It is designed to keep you safe and comfortable, while at the same time being quiet and friendly to the environment. It is an innovative airplane that instantly catches attention with its sleek and beautiful design. This lightweight plane comes with a 260hp Lycoming IO-540 engine, a 1000 nautical mile range, and a cruise speed of 200 knots with four people. Its fuel consumption at 75% power is 14.8 gal/hr, making it one of the most efficient single-engine airplanes out there. In the cabin, you get four modern, comfortable four seats and the Garmin G3X avionics suite in front, and some of the impressive features include active envelope protection, stall prevention, and a full-airframe parachute rescue system. The reason I said you can or cannot get the Panthera today is that; it is not yet fully in production; you can only get an experimental version of it or wait till it hits the market. At the time of this writing, there is one listed on controller aircraft.com for $650,000.Lancair EvolutionWhen it comes to speed, the piston-powered evolution is at turboprop level. This Lycoming-powered plane offers a balance of performance, comfort, and efficiency that is not offered in any other kit or certified personal aircraft. Capable of carrying four adults in pressurized comfort for over 1800 nautical miles, this is only the beginning of the features offered by this wonderful aircraft. The plane is powered by a FADEC-controlled 350hp Lycoming IE2 engine, with three-blade propellers in front. The max cruise speed is 230 knots at 24,000 ft, with a range of 1380 nautical miles. The avionics suite is the Garmin G900X, which includes the GFC7X autopilot, and it is the only experimental market plane that is granted the use of the GFC700 autopilot. The G900X with GFC700 is optional, but these panels provide every function required for full IFR flight, including traffic and terrain avoidance, communication, engine monitoring, aircraft pressurization, etc. Mooney Acclaim UltraThe Acclaim Ultra was designed from the outset to be one of the best personal airplanes on the market. The performance is on par with the Ovation Ultra until 10,000 ft, then the aircraft is peerless in its class. There are no certified piston singles available on the market today that will stay with the Acclaim Ultra at any altitude over 10,000 ft. This plane has a capacity of four seats, with retractable landing gear and a Garmin G1000 avionics system. It is powered by a 280 hp Continental IO-550 engine with a three-blade propeller in front. It is one of the highest-flying piston airplanes out there, with a maximum altitude of 25,000 ft. and a cruise speed of 242 knots with a maximum range of 830 nautical miles. But if you throttle back to 175 knots, the acclaim can fly as far as 1275 nautical miles. So that raises the question: is the Monney Acclaim Ultra a true 200-knot airplane? Let us know in the comment section. The Mooney Acclaim ultra-price tag is $769,000. Cessna TTXThe TTX is not your typical Cessna with high wings; this one is a speed machine, but sadly, Cessna no longer makes them. The Cessna TTX comes with sidestick control and one of the most advanced flight decks of any four-seat plane. The power plant is the Continental Motors IO 550 engine, which produces 310 hp and has a max climb rate of 1,400 fpm and a range of 1,270 nm. The take-off ground roll is 1,280 ft and it operates at a max altitude of 25,000 ft. The cruise speed is 235 knots and the stall speed is 60 knots. Speaking of the interior, the plane offers a great level of comfort and thrilling performance with intuitive handling. The flight deck is powered by Garmin G2000 avionics that reduces pilot workload by displaying the information you need when you need it and giving you complete control by touch. The electronic stability and protection system helps prevent stalls, spins, and steep spirals if the aircraft happens to exceed its limits.Cirrus SR-22T Like every other airplane on this list, the Cirrus needs no introduction. Since Cirrus Design first morphed from a quirky kit supplier to a full-blown aircraft manufacturer in 1998, it has consistently proven that it got the vision thing right, and the SR22 follows in this line of evolution. On one hand, it's an easy plane to fly with a lot of safety systems. On the other hand, it is sophisticated and complicated, with advanced systems. The starting price of this plane is about $779,900, but by the time you are done selecting all the options it has to offer, you’ll be looking at anywhere from 800 to $1m. The power plant is the Continental TSIO-550 turbocharged engine, which produces about 315 hp. It offers a maximum cruise speed of 213 knots and a maximum operating altitude of 25,000 ft, with a 1,021 nautical mile maximum range at 55 percent power. The interior is very stylish, with five seats that have lifestyle comfort and an air-conditioned environment. The new safety innovative system that includes Electronic Stability and Protection and the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System provides a wide layer for the pilot and passengers' safety. Piper M350 If you want to be above traffic and weather at FL250 in pressurized comfort, then the M350 is for you. This plane offers some serious performance, some serious capability, serious operational efficiency, and some serious value. It is equipped with the Lycoming TIO-540 engine, which has three-blade propellers in front. It operates at a maximum altitude of 25,000 ft at a cruise speed of 213 knots and has a range of 1,343 nautical miles. It is equipped with the GARMIN G1000 NXI avionics suite, which is one of the most sophisticated out there. The suite includes a GTX 345R transponder, a Garmin GI-275 standby, a Garmin Safe Taxi, a flite chart, etc. It also offers additional equipment like weather radar enhancement, a traffic advisory system, a surface watch, and much more. The Piper M350 has some great safety features like electronic stability protection, automatic level mode, under-speed protection, coupled go-around, emergency descent mode, and synthetic vision. All these features will help you make yourself and the plane safe and secure.Mooney Ovation Ultra What comes to mind when someone asks you about your dream plane? Is it all-out speed, fuel economy, short-field ability, or carrying capacity? For all aircraft out there, there always has to be a compromise, and you’ll never find an aircraft that will do everything perfectly, be it carrying capacity over speed, or speed over endurance. In Mooney’s case, they compromised lifting capacity to make it the ultimate cross-country machine. That is not to say she can’t handle a short field – she’s definitely not a road-runner, but you won’t want to land on a river sandbar somewhere in the Yukon the same way you do in your Carbon Cub. The Mooney Ovation Ultra is powered by the 310hp Continental IO 550-G engine, which gives a climb rate of 1,300 fpm and a max speed of 197 knots. The avionics are the Garmin G1000 Nxi and the GFC 700 autopilot. It cost around $689,000. If you are looking for the ultimate middle altitude cruiser, this is the best option.Cirrus SR22 The SR22 has excellent performance and style. It is a plane for many; pilots stepping up from a Cherokee or Skyhawk, for example, will enjoy a major leap ahead in speed, technology, and mission capability. At the same time, those stepping down from piston twins or even turbines will love the cost savings while staring down 200-plus knots at the flight levels in later turbo models. It is powered by the Continental IO-550 engine with 310 hp, which gives a climb rate of 1270 ft/min. The max cruise speed is 183 knots, and the stall speed is 60 knots with flaps extended. It operates at a maximum altitude of 17,500 ft. and to take off, it needs 1082 ft of runway length, while the landing roll is 1,178 ft. The interior is very stylish and has five seats (basically four because you can’t have more than two adults at the back).Beechcraft G36 Bonanza The G36 Bonanza is one of the longest-produced airplanes in the U.S., and it is the aspiration of any pilot who desires unmatched craftsmanship. With first-class technology, comfort, and world-class quality, the Bonanza is ready for any adventure. Power comes from the Continental IO550 engine, which produces 300 hp, and in the cockpit, it is equipped with the GARMIN G1000 Nxi avionics suite. This variant was introduced in 2006, and it is the latest variant since 1947. The cost of a bonanza starts at $777,000. The maximum climb rate is 1,230 fpm and the maximum speed limit is 205 knots. It's not a true 200-knot airplane; you will mostly see a maximum of 176 knots on an economy cruise. The range is 920 nautical miles and has a stall speed of 59 knots. The Bonanza can carry 6 people with 70 lbs of baggage and go places fast.Cessna 206 turbo Stationair HD Whether commuting with five passengers, loading gear through the dual aft cargo doors, landing on a short dirt airstrip, or splashing in at a remote lake on amphibious floats, the turbocharged capability of the CESSNA turbo STATIONAIR HD piston is designed to fit your mission needs. It is equipped with the Lycoming TIO 540 engine, which produces 310 hp. The maximum cruise speed is 161 knots, and the stall speed is 57 knots. The service ceiling is 26,000 ft and it has a maximum range of 703 nm. It can carry a maximum of six people at once with 180 lbs of baggage, which is impressive in my opinion. The avionics are the latest technology; GARMIN G1000Nxi.\n"
