B and C Model PA30

[JimR]

Thanks Pat. The C's look a little bit longer to me and that extra window can explain it. Either model would be good. I got my multi rating a few years ago in a 1964 twinco and loved that plane, which is how I got interested in comanches in the first place. -Jim

[N3322G]

Jim,

It is so much fun to chat with other pilots on the Twin Comanche - back in 2008 I was going to my 30th high school reunion and wondered if husband would enjoy it at all - I asked one of my friends if she was bringing her husband and she said yes - he had planned his flight schedule around it - then I knew husband would have someone to talk with ... yes, he got his multi in a twin Comanche - so you know both guys were happy the entire evening.

Frequently it is the smallest plane on the ramp but it still looks fabulous - like the sport cars parked behind the 'lumbering' SUVs.

[Billy Matthews]

I just traded my 69 C for a 66 B and cash, I Flew the (B) back from KC with IFR everywhere and the plane was wonderful. The only issue I had was the landings, each time I landed there were heavy crosswinds and as I touched down the plane wanted to bounce it was a lot different than my (C) model. The 66' has the standard nose wheel and there is 4 1/4" gear gap" the 69 has the small nose wheel and there is 2 3/4" gear gap. Could that be the reason for the dolphin dance. I believe I will like this plane even more than my 69" the trip made me excitied about flying again I guess I just needed somewhere to go!

What I mean by Gear Gap is how much of the Crome Cylinder is Shown:

[Zach Grant L1011jock]

More than likely, you are just not used to the new airplane. Each has distinct personalities. Cg makes a big difference in the landing feel as does gap seals and wing root fairings. The biggest factor is usually the difference in the airspeed indicator. If your old plane read fast, and you are flying the new one at the same indicated, then you will be too fast. As for the amount of strut showing, the difference you describe is not significant enough to make a real difference.

Zach

[Billy Matthews]

Thanks Zach this one has the wing root fairings, I guess I will need to go practice wooo hoo . Do you think it would be OK to let the nose down a little and leave the mains at the level there at now?

Thanks
Billy

[MULEFLY]

I like the Bs & Cs because it it easier to put a set of golf clubs and bag in them!


Jim

[TurboPA30]

[N3322G]

Robert,

We have an adjustable seat for PIC that is an original install. It helps.

[tomburke1]

The C model single had a prop extention and as I remember it was longer then the B Model single by about 5 inches.. am I wrong?

[9089P]

Hi Tom,

From the firewall to the tail I believe all singles are the same length. The C model single does have a prop extension and consequently a longer cowl which is primarily in the shark nose. So it is longer but only from the firewall forward.

Good luck, Don

[Edward Pencosky]

[9089P]

Actually, the increase is 100# over the B model and was obtained by moving the prop forward (as I recall 10") which in turn moved the cg forward allowing the extra 100 #.

Don

[David Pyle]

I note that this discussion was about PA30 and I am answering the difference between PA24-260 B and C about which I wrote an article for the Comanche FLYER. If anyone would like an email copy of the article send me your email request. It is correct that single engine Comanches are the same length except for the nose extension with the 1969-72 260C. I believe that the PA30/39's are similar to the singles with interior changes following the singles by model year. Dave Pyle • dap8@comcast.net