banner
banner

28 Mar 2024, 18:32 [ UTC - 5; DST ]


Concorde Battery (banner)



Reply to topic  [ 64 posts ]  Go to page 1, 2, 3, 4, 5  Next
Username Protected Message
 Post subject: Cessna 400 Columbia, or TTX
PostPosted: 26 Jul 2022, 08:27 
Offline


 Profile




Joined: 09/12/11
Posts: 675
Post Likes: +346
Location: Central California
Aircraft: Navajo /7GCBC/TTX
Does anyone have any experience with these planes. The looks, speed and technology have always interested me. I think I want one.


Top

 Post subject: Re: Cessna 400 Columbia, or TTX
PostPosted: 26 Jul 2022, 08:51 
Offline


 Profile




Joined: 03/24/08
Posts: 2718
Post Likes: +1012
Aircraft: Cessna 182M
Username Protected wrote:
Does anyone have any experience with these planes. The looks, speed and technology have always interested me. I think I want one.



Search is your friend:

viewtopic.php?f=49&t=122456&hilit=Ttx

RAS


Top

 Post subject: Re: Cessna 400 Columbia, or TTX
PostPosted: 26 Jul 2022, 19:50 
Offline



User avatar
 Profile




Joined: 02/03/11
Posts: 9022
Post Likes: +2501
Company: Gee Bee Aeroproducts
Aircraft: hang glider
I support the fleet

Mfg of oem

Seals
Ducts
Hoses
Baffle seals

Best production out of Bend


Top

 Post subject: Re: Cessna 400 Columbia, or TTX
PostPosted: 26 Jul 2022, 20:56 
Offline


 Profile




Joined: 11/18/15
Posts: 48
Post Likes: +52
Aircraft: Cirrus SR22 G3
SR22 is your friend.
New technology, great resale, and factory support.


Top

 Post subject: Re: Cessna 400 Columbia, or TTX
PostPosted: 26 Jul 2022, 22:06 
Offline


User avatar
 Profile




Joined: 01/30/09
Posts: 3343
Post Likes: +1948
Location: $ilicon Vall€y
Aircraft: Columbia 400
I own and fly a Columbia 400 for the last 6 years.

Ask me anything.

There's a great type club who sponsor training events and a wealth of knowledge.

https://cessnaadvancedaircraftclub.com


Top

 Post subject: Re: Cessna 400 Columbia, or TTX
PostPosted: 26 Jul 2022, 22:23 
Offline


 Profile




Joined: 09/12/11
Posts: 675
Post Likes: +346
Location: Central California
Aircraft: Navajo /7GCBC/TTX
Username Protected wrote:
Does anyone have any experience with these planes. The looks, speed and technology have always interested me. I think I want one.



Search is your friend:

viewtopic.php?f=49&t=122456&hilit=Ttx

RAS



Thanks a bunch…..

Top

 Post subject: Re: Cessna 400 Columbia, or TTX
PostPosted: 27 Jul 2022, 19:44 
Offline


 Profile




Joined: 07/15/17
Posts: 44
Post Likes: +9
Username Protected wrote:
Does anyone have any experience with these planes. The looks, speed and technology have always interested me. I think I want one.


Yup. Far superior to the Beech, cept they don't make em anymore.

Faster, flies further, better avionics, carries more fuel (stock), carries more tks, more oxygen, has speedbrakes, etc. etc.

Only thing that it can't compete with is useful load/space. If you've got a family of 5, get a DA-62 or TBM ;)


Top

 Post subject: Re: Cessna 400 Columbia, or TTX
PostPosted: 27 Jul 2022, 21:07 
Offline


 Profile




Joined: 12/24/17
Posts: 1023
Post Likes: +949
Aircraft: A36
Username Protected wrote:
SR22 is your friend.
New technology, great resale, and factory support.

Half the plane the Columbia was. Slower, worse flight controls, airframe not as strong. With friends like these....


Top

 Post subject: Re: Cessna 400 Columbia, or TTX
PostPosted: 27 Jul 2022, 22:01 
Offline


 Profile




Joined: 09/12/11
Posts: 675
Post Likes: +346
Location: Central California
Aircraft: Navajo /7GCBC/TTX
Username Protected wrote:
I own and fly a Columbia 400 for the last 6 years.

Ask me anything.

There's a great type club who sponsor training events and a wealth of knowledge.

https://cessnaadvancedaircraftclub.com



I sent you a PM


Top

 Post subject: Re: Cessna 400 Columbia, or TTX
PostPosted: 27 Jul 2022, 22:05 
Offline


 Profile




Joined: 09/12/11
Posts: 675
Post Likes: +346
Location: Central California
Aircraft: Navajo /7GCBC/TTX
Username Protected wrote:
Does anyone have any experience with these planes. The looks, speed and technology have always interested me. I think I want one.


Yup. Far superior to the Beech, cept they don't make em anymore.

Faster, flies further, better avionics, carries more fuel (stock), carries more tks, more oxygen, has speedbrakes, etc. etc.

Only thing that it can't compete with is useful load/space. If you've got a family of 5, get a DA-62 or TBM ;)


Ya I have my Navaho Panther when I need a truck…. This is just for my wife and I when I want to go fast on half the fuel and maintenance

Top

 Post subject: Re: Cessna 400 Columbia, or TTX
PostPosted: 28 Jul 2022, 17:27 
Offline


 Profile




Joined: 07/15/17
Posts: 44
Post Likes: +9
Username Protected wrote:
Ya I have my Navaho Panther when I need a truck…. This is just for my wife and I when I want to go fast on half the fuel and maintenance


Then it's perfect. I usually fly solo or with a girl...perfect airframe! :D


Top

 Post subject: Re: Cessna 400 Columbia, or TTX
PostPosted: 28 Jul 2022, 19:07 
Offline


 Profile




Joined: 09/12/11
Posts: 675
Post Likes: +346
Location: Central California
Aircraft: Navajo /7GCBC/TTX
Username Protected wrote:
Ya I have my Navaho Panther when I need a truck…. This is just for my wife and I when I want to go fast on half the fuel and maintenance


Then it's perfect. I usually fly solo or with a girl...perfect airframe! :D


Do you have a TTX or 400?

Top

 Post subject: Re: Cessna 400 Columbia, or TTX
PostPosted: 28 Jul 2022, 20:03 
Offline


 Profile




Joined: 03/24/19
Posts: 1231
Post Likes: +1662
Location: Ontario, Canada
Aircraft: Glasair Sportsman
A local fellow has a 350. It's astounding how LITTLE maintenance that airplane requires. Solid airplane, very fast per gallon of gas, hauls a decent amount and is a pleasure to fly. Then it doesn't eat your shorts when it's time for the annual inspection. In my mind these factors make the Columbia / TTX line a good buy. Forget about resale value - buy it, fly it, love it, and don't worry about resale. No airplane is an investment. Resale value is of no consequence if one approaches airframe values in this light.

The only down side I can see is the rate at which brake pads get eaten up... Not a big deal if one is prepared and keeps spares on hand.


Top

 Post subject: Re: Cessna 400 Columbia, or TTX
PostPosted: 28 Jul 2022, 20:10 
Offline



User avatar
 Profile




Joined: 08/05/10
Posts: 2965
Post Likes: +890
Location: Chatham, Canada (N7M5J7)
Aircraft: 1966 Bonanza V35
Username Protected wrote:
A local fellow has a 350. It's astounding how LITTLE maintenance that airplane requires. Solid airplane, very fast per gallon of gas, hauls a decent amount and is a pleasure to fly. Then it doesn't eat your shorts when it's time for the annual inspection. In my mind these factors make the Columbia / TTX line a good buy. Forget about resale value - buy it, fly it, love it, and don't worry about resale. No airplane is an investment. Resale value is of no consequence if one approaches airframe values in this light.

The only down side I can see is the rate at which brake pads get eaten up... Not a big deal if one is prepared and keeps spares on hand.


How are they on “smooth” grass, 2700’ x 60’ @ 620’ asl, clean approaches…

Re-sale can’t be that bad, there not giving them away. ;)

_________________
Gilles
Bonanza V35
1946 Funk B85C
“Only thing better than a Bonanza is 2 Bonanzas"


Top

 Post subject: Re: Cessna 400 Columbia, or TTX
PostPosted: 28 Jul 2022, 20:53 
Offline


 Profile




Joined: 10/16/09
Posts: 663
Post Likes: +643
Location: British Columbia
Aircraft: Cessna 350
As much as I am sympathetic to the Beech club, the 400 is superior for one or 2 people and the TTX offers fiki which I don't think is available with the Bonanza. And without gear, one less system to maintain. That said I've always wanted a Bonanza.


Top

Display posts from previous:  Sort by  
Reply to topic  [ 64 posts ]  Go to page 1, 2, 3, 4, 5  Next




You cannot post new topics in this forum
You cannot reply to topics in this forum
You cannot edit your posts in this forum
You cannot delete your posts in this forum
You cannot post attachments in this forum

Jump to:  

Terms of Service | Forum FAQ | Contact Us

BeechTalk, LLC is the quintessential Beechcraft Owners & Pilots Group providing a forum for the discussion of technical, practical, and entertaining issues relating to all Beech aircraft. These include the Bonanza (both V-tail and straight-tail models), Baron, Debonair, Duke, Twin Bonanza, King Air, Sierra, Skipper, Sport, Sundowner, Musketeer, Travel Air, Starship, Queen Air, BeechJet, and Premier lines of airplanes, turboprops, and turbojets.

BeechTalk, LLC is not affiliated or endorsed by the Beechcraft Corporation, its subsidiaries, or affiliates. Beechcraft™, King Air™, and Travel Air™ are the registered trademarks of the Beechcraft Corporation.

Copyright© BeechTalk, LLC 2007-2024

.shortnnumbers-85x100.png.
.blackhawk-85x100-2019-09-25.jpg.
.aircraftassociates-85x50.png.
.camguard.jpg.
.bullardaviation-85x50-2.jpg.
.centex-85x50.jpg.
.aircraftferry-85x50.jpg.
.jetacq-85x50.jpg.
.Wentworth_85x100.JPG.
.tat-85x100.png.
.blackwell-85x50.png.
.Latitude.jpg.
.tempest.jpg.
.MountainAirframe.jpg.
.traceaviation-85x150.png.
.headsetsetc_Small_85x50.jpg.
.airmart-85x150.png.
.pure-medical-85x150.png.
.stanmusikame-85x50.jpg.
.avionwealth-85x50.png.
.ei-85x150.jpg.
.aeroled-85x50-2022-12-06.jpg.
.Genesys_85x50.jpg.
.aviationdesigndouble.jpg.
.gallagher_85x50.jpg.
.pdi-85x50.jpg.
.cav-85x50.jpg.
.CiESVer2.jpg.
.planelogix-85x100-2015-04-15.jpg.
.lucysaviation-85x50.png.
.kadex-85x50.jpg.
.geebee-85x50.jpg.
.one-mile-up-85x100.png.
.kingairnation-85x50.png.
.kingairacademy-85x100.png.
.chairmanaviation-85x50.jpg.
.Foreflight_85x50_color.png.
.wat-85x50.jpg.
.saint-85x50.jpg.
.avfab-85x50-2018-12-04.png.
.ssv-85x50-2023-12-17.jpg.
.boomerang-85x50-2023-12-17.png.
.midwest2.jpg.
.sierratrax-85x50.png.
.temple-85x100-2015-02-23.jpg.
.bpt-85x50-2019-07-27.jpg.
.Marsh.jpg.
.ABS-85x100.jpg.
.daytona.jpg.
.Wingman 85x50.png.
.Rocky-Mountain-Turbine-85x100.jpg.
.SCA.jpg.
.concorde.jpg.
.jandsaviation-85x50.jpg.
.wilco-85x100.png.
.dbm.jpg.
.AAI.jpg.