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tip tanks
I operate a P337 Riley with 20 gallon tip tanks. True, you now have a 42 foot wingspan and don't fit in standard hangers. But, you also have a 45 knot stall speed! Field length becomes a moot point.....
True, you takeoff with 12.5 gallons in each one most of the time. Gross weight is the biggest issue, when I top off all the tanks, I have to reduce pilot weight to 90 pounds......There is a guy in Nashville who can do tip tanks and increase your max gross to 4900 pounds. Without this, you're up against max gross frequently.
Flight planning and transferring really isn't an issue. Level off, burn the mains 45 minutes to make room, transfer.
Ron
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