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 Post subject: Well the MU2 is a nice ride, especially the Crossno express
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Creating a thread here in tribute to James Crossno and his family shuttle, the MU2 short body.

I agreed to purchase a totally unneeded item from James just to get a ride in his MU2 :) and what an experience. I have a lot of PT6 time but this ride was my first ever in a Garrett powered turboprop, so I was wide eyed and laser focused on those particulars.

We went from home base for a night flight to Waco just to exercise mind, body and airplane and, well, because we can.

The Crossno express is straight out of paint and interior from San Angelo and it looks and feels amazing. But the most remarkable thing was taking off and climbing out. The MU2 is a sturdy and smooth machine, and James has her under his control. It's a different world than I'm accustomed to, but also refreshing.

Nothing but good things to say about the man and machine. What a hoot. Thanks James :thumbup:

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I was asked by the CEO last minute to fly right seat. I said to myself, "is this real, I must pinch myself"

say what you will....it happened

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Tyler is the consummate gentleman and until his post I had no idea the O2 bottle wasn’t needed!! :lol: And Tyler, you’re welcome to fly with me anytime. In addition to being an experienced pilot with lots of time in many different planes, Tyler’s a great guy who didn’t even critique my piloting skills which after missing 6 weeks were plenty rusty! Great night and looking forward to doing it again. :D


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I was asked by the CEO last minute to fly right seat. I said to myself, "is this real, I must pinch myself"

say what you will....it happened


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Well, this flight was clearly illegal. And I don't see a track in Flightaware. And based on my research, MU2's don't even have wifi so how can you post about this without posting pictures?


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And I don't see a track in Flightaware.

https://flightaware.com/live/flight/N18 ... /KTME/KACT

https://flightaware.com/live/flight/N18 ... /KACT/KTME

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And I don't see a track in Flightaware.

https://flightaware.com/live/flight/N18 ... /KTME/KACT

https://flightaware.com/live/flight/N18 ... /KACT/KTME

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I thought the green text was a giveaway...

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Glad you enjoyed!! And yes it is a unique engine and airframe.

Also, I’ve been biting my tongue on SIC references, glad to know it’s not “too soon”. Now where is that thread about the 757 into OSH I’ve been eyeing..

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A few pics I found on the internet


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Another comment on the short body Mits...it's cozy but definitely comfortable. Nice and wide. It's really quite roomy.

Thanks again James, it was fun.


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How does it compare to the C90?

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How does it compare to the C90?

You shopping now? :popcorn:


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How does it compare to the C90?

Faster, less fuel, less maintenance, less cost to buy.

Noisier.

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How does it compare to the C90?

Faster, less fuel, less maintenance, less cost to buy.

Noisier.

And don't forget easier to hangar, easier to get in/out of, longer range.

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