mbeatty67 Posted August 21, 2014 Report Posted August 21, 2014 Hello all. So I have been researching Mooneys pretty regularly for the past 6 months or so in preparation of purchasing one early next year. For the type of flying I do and considering it will most often only be carrying my significant other and myself plus a few bags, am leaning towards a "C" or "E" model. I am also looking to complete my IR in the plane also. Now, here is the question. For all the research I have done the one thing I have not done is actually sit in one, to see how I fit in it and how it fits with me, (Truly sad considering I work 2 jobs at KHWD, so I am surrounded by airplanes literally 24/7 Are their any Mooney owners based at KHWD on this site that would mind letting me sit in their plane for a few minutes to see how well it will work for me? I am sure it won't be an issue since I am only 5'7 and HWP, but I definitely want to try on the shoe before investing in a pair Thank you in advance, Mike B Quote
rbridges Posted August 21, 2014 Report Posted August 21, 2014 I had to google HWP. anyway, some people have mentioned issues reaching the rudder pedals. You may want to double check that when you get a chance to sit in one. 1 Quote
Joe Zuffoletto Posted August 21, 2014 Report Posted August 21, 2014 A Mooney will fit you just fine. I'm 5'8" and I don't have to pull my seat all the way forward to reach the rudder pedals. Quote
bonal Posted August 21, 2014 Report Posted August 21, 2014 5 10 and dont have any problems with the short body Mooney. If I want to be in the NASCAR driving postion I move all the way up For the 24HRS LeMans I put the seat back a bit. When I'm all the way forward its still comfortable and you have decent rear seat room. for just 2 the short body would be just fine and I must admit it would be nice to have the extra 20HP of the E Quote
22 others Posted August 21, 2014 Report Posted August 21, 2014 5'7 here as well. No problem with the rudder pedals and the seat is not all the way forward. Consider shoulder restraints a requirement... Quote
rbuck Posted August 21, 2014 Report Posted August 21, 2014 I'm 5'6" and own a Mooney M20C. No problem reaching the pedals for me. I keep it one notch back. For me, the C has plenty of room. Quote
Bob - S50 Posted August 22, 2014 Report Posted August 22, 2014 Is there a difference in front seat leg room between the C/E vs the F/J? I think most of the difference is in the back seat leg room. Bob Quote
Immelman Posted August 22, 2014 Report Posted August 22, 2014 6' 3" 175 lbs and very comfortable in my E. In fact the seat while I am flying is not at its rearmost stop. Quote
mooniac15u Posted August 23, 2014 Report Posted August 23, 2014 Is there a difference in front seat leg room between the C/E vs the F/J? I think most of the difference is in the back seat leg room. Bob I have significantly more leg room in the front of my J than I had in my D. In the D I didn't even have an inch to spare for my knees with the seat all the way back. In my J I can fly with the seat one notch forward from the back. I'm 6'5". Quote
Bob - S50 Posted August 23, 2014 Report Posted August 23, 2014 I have significantly more leg room in the front of my J than I had in my D. In the D I didn't even have an inch to spare for my knees with the seat all the way back. In my J I can fly with the seat one notch forward from the back. I'm 6'5". Good to know. Thanks. Bob Quote
carusoam Posted August 23, 2014 Report Posted August 23, 2014 The C make an economical first Mooney. Find one with a modernish IP to meet your IFR training requirements. The E makes for a great last Mooney. You will upgrade the whole thing over time. Some of this is based on my experience and the rest is observing photos posted in Bob's collection. I asked Siri about hwp... She told me about a triple integral, indicating a volume of a sphere. Sphere or proportional, Either or... There isn't a human being that doesn't fit in a Mooney if he wants to fly fast, economically. Just remember.... Later on, children have a tendency to grow a set of legs. Exciting times ahead, -a- Quote
rbridges Posted August 23, 2014 Report Posted August 23, 2014 There isn't a human being that doesn't fit in a Mooney if he wants to fly fast, economically. I dunno. Want to put money on that? Quote
Marauder Posted August 24, 2014 Report Posted August 24, 2014 I dunno. Want to put money on that? He'll fit. One seat for each cheek. Getting him out is a totally different story. Quote
mbeatty67 Posted August 25, 2014 Author Report Posted August 25, 2014 Thanks everybody. I am feeling pretty good about my up and coming Mooney purchase PS: HWP = "Height, weight, proportionate" Just another way of saying a regular sized guy. Best to all, Mike B Quote
carusoam Posted August 25, 2014 Report Posted August 25, 2014 Make sure you know what a PPI is and determine what is best for your financial protection... Best regards, -a- Quote
canuckpilot Posted August 28, 2014 Report Posted August 28, 2014 Hi Mike, I have a 65 M20E at Hayward. You are more than welcome to come have a sit. canuckpilot@gmail.com Cheers, -matt. Quote
piperpainter Posted August 29, 2014 Report Posted August 29, 2014 I was over hayward like 4 times last weekend! Did you still want to sit in one? i am up at VCB but I could always go for a free lunch! Quote
FlyDave Posted August 29, 2014 Report Posted August 29, 2014 He'll fit. One seat for each cheek. Getting him out is a totally different story. Gives new meaning to "Johnson Bar"...eh? Quote
mbeatty67 Posted August 29, 2014 Author Report Posted August 29, 2014 Hello all Yes, I am still in KHWD. I work at a Flight Dispatcher @ Ameriflight and a second job at the Jetcenter so I pretty much have my mail delivered here during the week If anyone happens to stop by..taxi up to the Ameriflight ramp. I would love to take a seat in one to check it out, and I am sure a lunch could be arranged for your trouble. Best to all Mike B Quote
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