Jabiru J250

[MrLupin]

I just got checked out today in a Jabiru J250. This is a great little airplane! The climb rate with two big guys 230+ lbs was right at 1300 fpm at 80 knots - only 12 gallons of fuel. The engine was much quieter than I would have expected from an 6 cylinder. Unfortunately the plane is being sold in about a week so I only have a few days to fly it. Oh well, I'll be flying a lot next week!

One thing I did not like was how small the cockpit was. I've been a few LSAs including a remos, sportstar and dova and this was easily the most cramped by far. With a smaller person sitting next to me it won't be as bad but it still is not good.

[SportPilot]

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[MrLupin]

That's a great looking airplane.

Indeed! I just wish that some of the huge luggage area could be converted to cockpit width!