Cargo Pod

[Jose L. Ichaso]

I installed an used cargo pod in my 337D normal aspirated,about a year and a half a go, after flying three years without it, and can tell now is a trully six seater plus some baggage. Actually I fly very often 4 adults and three kids plus baggage for a weekend out ,very confortable. Speed penalty is 2-4 knots; mine true´s (at max load or close )150-153 kts. at 8500´, 20" manifold, 2400 rpm at 21 gal/hour total at ISA+10°C.
I have seen RT´s cargo pods, and are composite made, so are lighter and the belly antennas can operate without relocating it outside.( I suggest to put then outside anyway)