Speeeeeed 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 Evolution When 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 Ultra The 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 TTX The 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.