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Old 02-10-2019, 03:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Ckendzierski View Post
Would it not be cheaper to fly into Detroit to fill up
Plenty of options for cheaper fuel than Detroit!

My route just shows my planned visit stops. Once I get closer to the take off date, I will fine tune the route for fuel stops. Total fuel capability will be 58.5 gallons. Wing tanks hold 19-gallon each for a total 38-gallons. Burning fuel at a planned 6 Gallon Per Hour; 6-GPH gives me a 125mph cruising speed. 75% throttle (normal cruise setting) will burn 8.5 GPH, airspeed near 175 mph. A $.20 savings for 50-gal of fuel is $10. Adds up quick!

Another big thing that will change route, restricted airspace that can't fly over. I will need to change a few things to stay clear of them.

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Mike Bauer
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