ME Time Building across the pond (Atlantic)

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Vector

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I have read all about crossing the pond and I have researched the routes. I have a general idea what it requires. I am looking for someone who is interested in something like this. Probably best done in the Multi-engine or a Single with about 700 - 800nM range. A Bonanza would be capable.
Obviously this requires adequate planning with the right weather. I would be interested in something like this during Spring when the weather is more favorable.

Now would be a good time to get the ball rolling. I am open to ideas and suggestions.
 
It can be considerably dangerous for low-time pilots to try crossing the ocean without extensive dead-reckoning, oceanic weather patterns, and IFR experience. Otherwise, you're betting your life on that GPS against the wild ass guesses of weather forecasters. Not to mention intimate familiarity of the plane you're flying and it's maintenance history.

It can, and has, been done many times before. But in a small multi, or god forbid a single, you're taking substantial risks to build time.

Recommend talking to @Winglet (he did it in a 207, with pretty big precautions: http://forums.jetcareers.com/threads/cessna-207-from-the-usa-to-israel.180911/)
 
Could be interested.

I've got a Javelin ferry tank that will fit in the bank of a C180/C182 or larger.

Or we could do it in a multi.

Would be interested in your planned route/stops, planned point of departure, etc.
 
threeighteen said:
Could be interested.

I've got a Javelin ferry tank that will fit in the bank of a C180/C182 or larger.

Or we could do it in a multi.

Would be interested in your planned route/stops, planned point of departure, etc.
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Nothing as of yet. I am open to ideas.
 
Vector said:
Nothing as of yet. I am open to ideas.
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I think it's fairly bold, but hey whatever... not exactly the crossing the Atlantic, but I took a 172 from FL to PR with a wet commercial (granted, I lost an engine and dead sticked into Dominican Republic)... but international general aviation travel is a pretty unique and cool adventure. It does take a good bit of planning and know-how. I think it's risky, but in the end you'll have an awesome time and good experience if you do it right. You may be able to go from the CONUS to South America making a stop in the Caribbean (before you tackle the hop across the pond) to get you feet wet (but not literally) on international procedures and dealing with foreign agencies. Whatever you do, good luck!
 
ryan1234 said:
I think it's fairly bold, but hey whatever... not exactly the crossing the Atlantic, but I took a 172 from FL to PR with a wet commercial (granted, I lost an engine and dead sticked into Dominican Republic)... but international general aviation travel is a pretty unique and cool adventure. It does take a good bit of planning and know-how. I think it's risky, but in the end you'll have an awesome time and good experience if you do it right. You may be able to go from the CONUS to South America making a stop in the Caribbean (before you tackle the hop across the pond) to get you feet wet (but not literally) on international procedures and dealing with foreign agencies. Whatever you do, good luck!
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Miami to Brazil sounds like way, way more fun.
 
I would suggest to find another way to build time before you step over the ocean. A bahamas flight would be a start to getting comfortable with over water operations.

I would also recommend taking a class for sea survival course and prepare for the worst (knock on wood) Check out the Dangerous Flights episode for their preparations for the transatlantic flight.
 
Vector said:
I can imagine that some of those places will have outrageous landing fees.
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Europe has some crazy landing fees... and really fees for everything related to everything. Everything here is expensive... although the Euro and Pound are falling to the Dollar. However, the flying here has been awesome... quite a few low flys through Wales where there's always awesome photographers on the mountain tops looking down and catching awesome pics of you!

This was us this past Tuesday (sorry for the slight thread derail and shamelessness):
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