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We fly a Mooney M20E and would like to have long range tanks, for a total capacity of around 90 gallons. The main purpose would be an 'once in a lifetime' flight from the US to Europe and back. Since our Mooney has been fitted with fuel tank bladders, Monroy long range tanks are no longer an option. Griggs / O&N bladders would work, but they would add only 10 gallons and are therefore too small for us. Are there any other option, I am not aware off? Oliver -
Well, I tested out my bladder this weekend flying from Las Vegas (KVGT) to San Antonio (KCVB) in my '84 M20J (N5759B). My overall route was 945 NM and we made the trip nonstop. One would think that I must have had a great tailwind. However, this never seems to be the case for me. I can fly a 360 degree circle and find a headwind the whole time. So, my secret to success was 11,000 MSL, ~151 KTAS, and 8.6 gph. It was pretty cool to be able to fly the entire trip without a fuel stop. My total flight time 6:14:13. Yep, that is the longest nonstop flight I've ever made in the Mooney. Hope y'all enjoy the few pics. -Dan
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