This 'Cirrus Killer' flies like a fighter jet

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2 жыл бұрын

Half the price of a Cirrus and better specs according to JMB who make the VL3 915 which I'm flying today. Test flying this fast and sporty aircraft, looking at the avionics, cockpit, handling, and flying over Australia with JMB demo pilot Joren. This is a really fun aircraft to fly, handles well, and has great automation and the safety of a ballistic parachute recovery system.
Thanks to JMB Aircraft for taking me on a demo flight. This is not a sponsored video, I wasn't paid anything to fly this aircraft but I thought you'd be interested to see what it's like.
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@OptomPilot 2 жыл бұрын

That low approach though... You weren't kidding about the fighter jet analogy!

@tonybrowne7220 2 жыл бұрын

Moved like he hit the afterburners.

@Tom-ih8gr 2 жыл бұрын

It’s got 143hp, the fighter jet comparison is truly ludicrous

@bobsondugnutt2762 2 жыл бұрын

@@Tom-ih8gr 141hp (915iS) at 205KTAS yields 235.6 lbs of thrust. EW is 793 lbs, plus a half-full 37 Gal tank (111 lbs) and an American pilot (180 lbs) yields 1084 lbs aircraft weight, and a trust-to-weight ratio of... 0.207... which is far from a fighter jet and less than modern Airbuses and Boeings. Probably quite a bit more responsive, though.

@gamer-tk7pb 2 жыл бұрын

@@Tom-ih8gr you're kidding? you're telling me this isn't an f-16 :(

@davewalkden9978 2 жыл бұрын

@@Tom-ih8gr How much does it weigh though? Compared to say an F-18?

@fngonzo 2 жыл бұрын

I LOVE this airplane. I am not sure if it's a "Cirrus Killer", but it is still a great aircraft. This is in my top 5 aircraft to own.

@UncleKennysPlace 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, half the passenger capacity kind of puts them in different classes.

@julianbrelsford 2 жыл бұрын

Cessna 152 killer? Nobody has even thought about buying a NEW 152 in quite a while though

@tropicthndr 2 жыл бұрын

Meh, no utility. If you can’t put two fold up bikes in it for the two people up front it’s useless, otherwise your just sitting around waiting for Uber to come get your lazy butt all the time. Being able to ride your bike into town with a friend right after you land makes a plane thousand times more valuable. Not this thing.

@CrossWindsPat 10 ай бұрын

@@julianbrelsford They stopped production of the 152 in 1985 so not really an option if you want new lol.

@CrossWindsPat 10 ай бұрын

@@tropicthndr LOL I mean I feel that and own a Surron but thats a silly ass argument for spending a half a million dollars more... Also there are plenty of compact ebikes or scooters that could fit in a regular luggage area of an experimental...

@andy_knight 2 жыл бұрын

Love the sound it made when he applied take-off power, so smooth - didn't even sound like a piston engine!

@andrewmorris3479 2 жыл бұрын

That’s a Rotax for you, and the 915 is about the smoothest of them all. The 914 turbo when both carbs are balanced is butter as well.

@lsx001 2 жыл бұрын

A typical rotax engine sound. Not as "beefy" as traditional engines, but I don't mind the thrifty fuel flow.

@andrewmorris3479 2 жыл бұрын

@@lsx001 The 915 sounds like a souped up racing engine from the inside and turboprop from the outside. 👌🏼

@grantnyenes3742 2 жыл бұрын

Nice looking plane, looks like the love child of a Lancair 360 and a Sling TSI…😻

@zackarybowen8588 2 жыл бұрын

at first glance I thought Lancair?

@dhunsworth 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly what I was thinking. Looks like they tried to copy sling designs

@davidzuegn1538 2 жыл бұрын

Would smash a Sling TSI

@pred7949 Жыл бұрын

@@davidzuegn1538 no it wouldn't lol

@xbrules 2 жыл бұрын

that was a cool buzzing the tower shot!!! great video as always, Stef!!

@StefanDrury 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah that was a lot of fun. Def going to ask to do that next time I'm in EYZ.

@rinzler9775 2 жыл бұрын

"Two of your snot nose jockies did a fly by past my tower... "

@arturvolpi 2 жыл бұрын

I was right behind you for take off on 17R... The climb angle looked impressive!

@cmdmd 2 жыл бұрын

Small world, isn't it?

@17SJS 2 жыл бұрын

Oh man, have loved the VL3 ever since I came across it in MSFS. Now I think I just might have to get my PPL and buy one...that's the dream! Thanks for the vid Stef, love it!!!

@mikenick91 2 жыл бұрын

This might be my favourite video of yours so far Stef! I’ve spent many hours flying this plane in Microsoft Flight Simulator and have been waiting a long time for a good Aussie review of this aircraft. Loving the content!!

@davidmcc359 Жыл бұрын

That low pass and pull was just extraordinary and wonderful to see inside AND from the tower..

@kevincollins8014 2 жыл бұрын

That's definitely a cool little aircraft. Thanks for bringing us along with you. I look forward to seeing you back in EYZ.

@nunyabidness3075 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve owned two aircraft with 4 seats and there is very rarely anyone in them. Still, buyers want 4 seats. It’s like 3 bedroom homes for childless couples. I have often put dogs and bags in our plane that I doubt would fit in that. Wish them luck though.

@wanlmeddoc2000 2 жыл бұрын

Great aircraft! Well done, Stefan！

@HeinzMcDurgen 2 жыл бұрын

There is a guy that at the field I teach at that has one of these. He's basically the BMW driver of the field. A lot of regs just don't seem to apply to him - which is great for students to see.

@abel4776 Жыл бұрын

Experimental, not a Part 23 XD

@kevinphillips9408 2 жыл бұрын

Wow. Now this is an impressive aircraft.

@royevans1267 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful aircraft....great video Stef

@lachlanmcmahon6070 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid stef what a cool looking plane like the sr22 it's amazing how fast it climbs and it is pretty fast as well

@Newlyfound 2 жыл бұрын

So nostalgic.. did my commercial at Moorabbin back in 2012. Nice to hear the same friendly voices in the tower

@mikebergman1817 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely gorgeous aircraft.

@jumptours 2 жыл бұрын

Low approach was 👌. I want one!

@Tman76 2 жыл бұрын

Love the visibility with that canopy.

@LoanwordEggcorn Жыл бұрын

Looks great. Lots of performance.

@phoenixcoal 2 жыл бұрын

Good analogy on comparing the performance and capabilities of the two aircraft.

@rileyplayz6210 2 жыл бұрын

Love your videos so much keep up the good work

@toddcooper2563 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful machine!

@DownunderAviation 2 жыл бұрын

Wow nice very smooth flight

@Balthazar744 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as always Steff. Im not sure is it directly competes with EZY, but its definitely a fun way to fly. I would imagine its very susceptible to turbulence as its quite light. Keep going mate, I love your channel.

@dayvideo64 2 жыл бұрын

Loved the flight, one fast plane!

@Dfendr96 2 жыл бұрын

Super impressive, it seems light, and fast and I like that it's a complex aircraft.

@brianhaase9965 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid! Loved it!

@Nae395 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant Stefan.!!

@davidr.wilson8194 2 жыл бұрын

What an awesome airplaneI Love flying with a bubble canopy.

@scottj10 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful little plane.

@cheesesandwich9475 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Stefan, Great video! love your work man!

@StefanDrury 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate that

@americanrambler4972 2 жыл бұрын

That is a good looking airplane. Looks good both on the ground and in the air.

@ebimigamesandinventory5172 2 жыл бұрын

Just as always great content

@klibbis 2 жыл бұрын

Love it. Great video

@ljthirtyfiver 2 жыл бұрын

That low pass 💦 very nimble aircraft. Amazing

@MichaelWashburnSC 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful aircraft!

@spiro5327 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like lots of fun but it's a 2 seater by the looks of it. The Sling you reviewed not long ago was a similar style with 4 seats. EYZ is being prepared for a round the world flight, well maybe . Thanks Stef

@rexgialla1970 2 жыл бұрын

not to compare

@eraserlaser Жыл бұрын

What a stunner!

@franwoon 2 жыл бұрын

Nice! JMB have also announced the turbine version which is going to be shown at the AERO in Friedrichshafen at the end of April!

@richardkennedy4186 2 жыл бұрын

“The same as a cirrus but for Half the price, half the fuel flow…” and half the seats…

@zeropoint64 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly this! Don't really care about either plane being compared, really doesn't matter, However seats are important, especially with a GA plane. This is not only click bait but clearly an intentional glaring oversight. Disappointed to say the least and it turns me off from this channel permanently.

@angus_m 2 жыл бұрын

Just buy 2 then lol

@chrisw9629 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah… this is an obvious apples to watermelons comparison. A more “apples to apples” comparison for this airplane would be something like a Glassair 3. That’s just my two cents…

@MIO9_sh 2 жыл бұрын

@@zeropoint64 but consider he is a cirrus flyer himself, and we cannot deny the market for personal flying just because you think seats are important to you. Yes, the 2 planes serves different purposes, but it is what it is, and i do think he should clarify that one better

@zeropoint64 2 жыл бұрын

@@MIO9_sh sure, just don't call it a Cirrus killer... Number of seat are one of my top, and I imagine most pilots, consideration when buying a plane.

@rjayamanna 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video Stef! This now comes with a turbine! Gotta check that one out! Will be hard to beat that for bragging rights!

@wuzihuzi 8 ай бұрын

That is such a cool looking aircraft

@davidhunt3808 2 жыл бұрын

Wow that low pass was awesome !!

@triedproven9908 2 жыл бұрын

That's a flippin sweet ride.

@ferithedataguy 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as always Stef. I'd say these planes are no threat to Cirrus as these are very different in pretty much every way (certainly no Cirrus killer) Great fun to fly though :D

@srportmann 2 жыл бұрын

Its also half the size of a Cirrus. The whole point of owning one is that they are comfortable, roomy, and a decent amount of baggage for 4 passengers. This is a fun "toy" but a totally different utility.

@sunriseshell 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, it's like calling a Miata a "Camry killer". Not the same class of vehicle, a coupe vs a sedan.

@ScaredOfMonster 2 жыл бұрын

wanted to say this as well. The Cirrus is MUCH bigger.

@jakeesco4573 2 жыл бұрын

Humans are no different than animals falling into traps. I love this stuff

@SuperSlappy25 2 жыл бұрын

good point.

@daszieher 2 жыл бұрын

It is not really a toy, at least it's not equipped like a toy. I'd see it more like a single seat time machine. It allows you to be several places for cheap(ish). If they could get it IFR certified (idk if it is), it would underline this point.

@dannycrooks8462 2 жыл бұрын

Looks much better I like the controls better love the visibility

@davefrommelbourne1237 2 жыл бұрын

8:15 loved that! 🛫

@RydalS 2 жыл бұрын

Was just flying the MSFS 2020 jmb in VR and wow it is so stinkin fun and GORGEOUS

@deanwalker2682 2 жыл бұрын

I have an oculus Quest 2 and it looks terrible in fs2020 am I doing something wrong?

@Ray33416 2 жыл бұрын

awesome video i really want one

@Viking8888 9 ай бұрын

What a gorgeous plane! 😁

@ShaneHerrick 11 ай бұрын

I tooled the Cirrus Sr fuselage and wingskins, as well as the rest of her during preproduction years to get her FAA certified. If you are going to compare yourself to her... you had better be in the same class... with the same amount of seats. The Cirrus is an outstanding aircraft to this day.

@paulmcfawn 2 жыл бұрын

Looks very similar to the Czech Cruiser Sport - nice looking aircraft.

@GabbieGirl007 Күн бұрын

its practically a lancair but certified . none the less an absolute beast of a plane.

@wayneringe.371 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome aircraft Ilove it

@ujinxedit 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video Stef, it made me want to go flying again. I know what I'm doing next weekend 😂 thanks for sharing.

@StefanDrury 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Zac, enjoy the flight

@chris24hdez 2 жыл бұрын

very slick

@christianjforbes 2 жыл бұрын

I figured the RV10 was the serious Cirrus Killer. Although the Bonanza and Centurion have been putting up numbers for decades

@baomao7243 2 жыл бұрын

Nice review. Focused on the enjoyment of the overall experience - visibility and speed, plus easy control and nav for the pilot. (BTW, your description of the airspace there reminded me of why i fly outside of Napa, CA (KAPC) - start in Delta airspace, but you’re right next to a Bravo experience (KSFO), and also near Charlie (eg KOAK or KSMF), yet you can still immediately turn away and hit class E to “just go.” Lots of non-towered fields, tiny coastal strips, farms, forest, vineyards, etc. Whatever you want.👍)

@rinzler9775 2 жыл бұрын

I like the big frameless canopy - F16 style.

@cptairwolf 2 жыл бұрын

What a gorgeous aircraft. I hope I can afford one someday.

@lars9966 2 жыл бұрын

you can lease one

@brandongriffin79 2 жыл бұрын

@@lars9966 how?

@lars9966 2 жыл бұрын

@@brandongriffin79 by contacting them?

@brandongriffin79 2 жыл бұрын

@@lars9966 oh ok I was just asking. Sorry

@joncox9719 2 жыл бұрын

Much like the Lancair which I adore but they are only making limited kits and now only have a retractable nose gear. If I had the money, this baby would be in my hangar tomorrow! If I only had a hangar!

@dand2440 Жыл бұрын

My German buddy Frank has one of these and a channel showcasing it and loves it! I still love a Cirrus though

@pilotwasif 2 жыл бұрын

Good one!

@DigitalNomadOnFIRE 2 жыл бұрын

That glass cockpit is sick

@mojitomaker 2 жыл бұрын

Very interested in vids like these. I’ve flown the BRM Bristell which has a similar vibe, but gorgeous to fly. In the vids, the dash looks fairly high in front. Is that something you noticed, or is it just the wide angle lens?

@MrThuggery 2 жыл бұрын

Hye Stefan great vid. I see you out and about on Flightradar24 occasionally. (I work around the RAAF base ESL).

@fntsmk 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful aircraft. In another life, I'll have better eyes and more money, and I'll get one! Thanks for video guys!

@elliottwilford6457 2 жыл бұрын

Lol smile on your face when he pulled up and banked

@StefanDrury 2 жыл бұрын

That was awesome fun

@sactu1 2 жыл бұрын

Same stats at below 10,000' as my previous Glasair 1RG. From there on up though, this can cruise higher, faster, has a BRS and looks a lot more comfy. It's a beautiful looking aeroplane. A bit too pricey for my wallet though.

@rinzler9775 2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunatley any plane is too pricey for my walket 😢

@YYZatcboy 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like fun!

@StefanDrury 2 жыл бұрын

It was, great fun to fly

@RobertMayfair 2 жыл бұрын

It looks tight in there!

@mjotd8670 2 жыл бұрын

Neat aircraft, nice looks and power, but a challenge to a Cirrus?..Naa - Great vid BTW Stef!

@Rez-N-8 2 жыл бұрын

I need one!

@IndiWoolley 2 жыл бұрын

That low pass over runway would have been so cool !!!

@mustangsandwich 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like a very nice-flying bird

@PikeTheFalcon 2 жыл бұрын

This video is so wholesome, just Stefan side by side with a Czech guy with a heavy accent in a plane with a glass canopy... and lo-fi music.

@BajdiElectronics 2 жыл бұрын

Joren is not Czech, he is from Belgium. Works as a ferry pilot.

@PikeTheFalcon 2 жыл бұрын

@@BajdiElectronics …Belgian guy with a heavy accent.

@murdoch9106 2 жыл бұрын

Man, we need this version in MSFS 2020! We have the 912 version already! Altho, I think there is a mod that sorts that, but still! :P What an awesome plane!

@shaunolinger964 2 жыл бұрын

Alright!! Damn nice flight mate! And admittedly a VERY capable little airframe! Sorta like a Lancair really... So... when do I get to see you in a Lancair? I personally rather like the Legacy 350, but that is admittedly an older aircraft. Show us a newer one?

@WIngsWithoutBarriers 2 жыл бұрын

This is what I love about LSA and RAAus, you dont need to (always) break the bank for that kind of performance. If I had to choose the aircraft I want to own for years and years, This would be the one.

@glennllewellyn7369 2 жыл бұрын

Yep.same. Gimme gimme gimme gimme! My AA5B will do for now...

@speedomars3869 2 жыл бұрын

This aircraft is NOT LSA. It has retractable gear, a constant speed prop and cruises a little faster than allowed.

@BobC250 2 жыл бұрын

Me too, but it should be noted that the VL3 915i in this video is certainly not a LSA! It is an uncertified standard category aircraft. You need a full PPL to fly this plane.

@lukasbest2356 2 жыл бұрын

@@speedomars3869 It is an LSA in AUS, and other countries that accept UL2 certification.

@nxi9796 Жыл бұрын

If other aircraft company comparing themselves with cirrus, its kinda cool that cirrus has become standard of small plane.

@jj4791 9 ай бұрын

This is a Lancair 235 with 141hp to the originals 115-118hp. Carbon Copy down to the tail and wing planform.

@donidaniello21 2 жыл бұрын

Honestly, i think the panthera can do same bit with 4 seaters. But for half price of cirrus, its still not cirrus competitor.

@bryan.meijer 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like serious competition

@Nexus822 2 жыл бұрын

I fly a similar plane (2 seater, rotax, g3x avionics, BRS etc) but they certainly are not a Cirrus -killer by any means. Fun to fly for sure with its airliner style Avionics and AP, but feels like a gokart in the skies.

@z06van21 2 жыл бұрын

Not a fan of anything with a Rotax motor in it.

@Mrsebbe1969 2 жыл бұрын

Heard you come in to Lethbridge today Stefan! I was out flying not too away far in Inverleigh but it was a nice surprise hearing a familiar voice over the radio as opposed to KZfaq! What sort of flying were doing today? 🙂

@AVMamfortas 2 жыл бұрын

Beaut little machine.

@LandYacht 10 ай бұрын

If Aermacci was still making the SF.260, this would be it. Nice!

@oisnowy5368 2 жыл бұрын

A demo flight IN the factory? Would love that, especially if it's a big factory.

@karlwilliams8208 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoyable entertaining video with everything except the cost.

@rbathurst 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great videos. Out of interest, how often do you have more than two people on board when you fly? Just wondering if, as I’ve heard suggested, many privately owned 4 seaters usually fly with one or two on board.

@FamilyManMoving Жыл бұрын

Most 4-seater cars also drive with 2 or fewer people on board. I think the real question might be, "can you safely pack 4 people into the cabin, with some luggage, and fly within margins?" I have the fortune of having a 4-person family whose collective mass is less than 200 KG/400 pounds. But we're smaller people. Still, some planes would have difficulty moving us, full tanks, and a weekend's worth of clothing, and not bust margins.

@Koytch 2 жыл бұрын

"Still climbing at 100 dollars" 5:09 😎

@dieselyeti 2 жыл бұрын

It's a fun 2-seater that'll do 200kts and not burn a ton of fuel. Not a "Cirrus killer" by any stretch though. Apples & walnuts.

@marsgal42 2 жыл бұрын

I want one. 😍

@FloridaDock 2 жыл бұрын

Looks nice! Only 2 seats.

@TmanUtube 2 жыл бұрын

Ok I'm not an actual pilot, but a flight simmer here. So I've got MSFS2020 not for the jets but for the Cirrus SR22, But I fell in love with flying this very same aircraft. Of course I know it's not the real thing, but the field of view from inside the aircraft must be spectacular in reality compared to VR.