Had 3 Guinness Stouts and the sound and video completely synced-up. Mark has some amazing knowledge and it’s incredible that he can do this completely off the cuff without reading anything during the video!
You mentioned only 10 percent might be real float planes from factory (with the long tail section). Do you have a number of how many were actually built? Last question : how many of these rare float 206 were turbos? Those must be super hard to find! (sorry for writing in my German English)
Float kitted planes have corrosion proofing, lifting rings and a V brace in the windshield as well as the taller wider rudder and longer tail stinger. 10 of 206's had float kits in the 1964 to 1986 run. Of those about a third were turbo's. A turbo is hard to cool while idling after landing if you are moving which is what you are doing if you are on floats.
Your knowledge and experience is palpable. I love your channel. I'm also considering buying a plane after 30 years of longing. What are your thoughts on leaseback programs, in terms of buying, selling and owning?
Different years for different reasons. The standard answer would be an F or G model. If you want a narrow tail and high UL, get a 1964 to 1967. Wide tail starts in 1968. Camber cuff wing in 1973. No chin in 1970, 24 volts in 1978 and wet wing in 1979. Earlier is cheaper. The P model has two front doors, made until1970. If I had one it would be a 1973 to 1978 because it is the later airframe but not the newest and not the most expensive.
The 206 is such an incredible airplane. Thanks for the history lesson!
Hi Christopher! Thank you for watching!
I really enjoy your program !!! I like how you deliver the straight facts without added drama !! Thanks
Thank you. That is what I wanted. Get right to the point and give the facts without a lot of waffle.
Good job!
Had 3 Guinness Stouts and the sound and video completely synced-up. Mark has some amazing knowledge and it’s incredible that he can do this completely off the cuff without reading anything during the video!
Early editing issues. Sorry. I've gotten much better now. - Don the Camera Guy.
@@skywagonuniversity5023 Don, only a joke. I think all of the videos are excellent.
Great rundown. Thank you for the education.
Glad you enjoyed it!
It's amazing the amount of detailed information you keep in that head of yours!
Thank you, Sherry!
Terrific list of useful facts and great presentation. Excellent work.
Thanks.
I’ll keep on the look out for more to come to see Mark
OK, thank you.
Great info I love watching. I own a 1967 Cessna 337 Skymaster. I would love to fly it to PVF for you to use for a video.
That is exactly what we could do. With me not being a 337 Expert, I could interview you about your plane if you like.
Mark, like your shows, I bought an C180K from you in 99 and I'm still flying it. I've done a lot of changes to it sense then.
Thank you and glad that you like the 180, Contact me if you want to sell it please.
Great info
Hi Wayne! Thank you! We want to be informative.
Great info!
Thanks, Geoff! We are glad you liked it!
I’ve been flying the 1979 206 Model non turbo and would love to see how it does up at Altitude and Cruise speed
You mentioned only 10 percent might be real float planes from factory (with the long tail section). Do you have a number of how many were actually built?
Last question : how many of these rare float 206 were turbos?
Those must be super hard to find!
(sorry for writing in my German English)
Float kitted planes have corrosion proofing, lifting rings and a V brace in the windshield as well as the taller wider rudder and longer tail stinger. 10 of 206's had float kits in the 1964 to 1986 run. Of those about a third were turbo's. A turbo is hard to cool while idling after landing if you are moving which is what you are doing if you are on floats.
Your knowledge and experience is palpable. I love your channel. I'm also considering buying a plane after 30 years of longing. What are your thoughts on leaseback programs, in terms of buying, selling and owning?
Aha, Leaseback. A very good idea if you put a plane with the right school and with the right program. E-mail me for details.
Hi, Did you e-mail me? I have some help for you.
@@skywagonuniversity5023 I emailed you over the weekend at an email I found online. I didnt find an email for you here on TH-cam.
Please e-mail again on
I have a friend that owns 3 206's , all have been converted to Turbine power.
Serious power there.
Any info/knowledge on the Robertson STOL 206?
Yes, what do you need to know?
What year 206 would you prefer.
Different years for different reasons. The standard answer would be an F or G model. If you want a narrow tail and high UL, get a 1964 to 1967. Wide tail starts in 1968. Camber cuff wing in 1973. No chin in 1970, 24 volts in 1978 and wet wing in 1979. Earlier is cheaper. The P model has two front doors, made until1970. If I had one it would be a 1973 to 1978 because it is the later airframe but not the newest and not the most expensive.
What about Cessna 207. I have about 100 hrs. In one. Freight dog.
I need a subject plane.
You’re kind of like an evil genius!
I want to say you are half right. Which half is the question!