There is something you don't see everyday

[David Perry]

It's at KSWO

[jaylw314]

Is that a Mustang?  never seen one before?

[EricJ]

There's one at Stellar Airpark here in the Phoenix area, but it's cowl has been off forever and I don't think it's airworthy.   Apparently engine problems are not unusual and are expensive.

[carusoam]

M22 Mustang has a kind of unique engine with a cabin pressurization system...

Not easy on a CB budget without being a knowledgable mechanic.

Looks like the spring nesting season has come to Kswo...

Best regards,

-a-

 

[Mark89114]

I wonder why it has that little round window in the back??

or at least it looks like a window

[Igor_U]

36 minutes ago, Mark89114 said:

I wonder why it has that little round window in the back??

or at least it looks like a window

Window provides light to the baggage area; there was an option for a 5th seat back there.

Some 5-10 years ago, there would be an M22 for sale on Ebay or elsewhere every now and then; not so much these days. I remember some MS member reporting a purchase of one few years ago but never seen any pictures or details of restoration, etc (he owned a shop in CO or such).

Looks like a period paint job. Interesting plane, not really good looking and maintenance hog but quite a performer.  

Edited March 8, 2018 by Igor_U

[carusoam]

My favorite source of quick info...

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mooney_M22_Mustang

The powerplant is similar to a Bravo’s Lycoming, but has the output similar to an Acclaim... 310hp at altitude...

Best regards,

-a-

 

[Mooney in Oz]

It makes me sad seeing a picture like this.  Like someone's neglected elderly family member.

[Ftlausa]

There is only one I see for sale posted online.  The pictures look old, and the equipment original.  I hope there are some good examples out there that are being well cared for.    

[Jerry Pressley]

back in the day!!!  i bought a mustang in florida and flew non-stop to cleveland, ohio.  They had a great range.  Mooney had the 301 on the floor in process but for some reason they bought the mustang and were going to redesign it and bring it back out.  That is around the time the Frenchman was involved. Don't know what eventually happened to the M22

[flyboy0681]

Not exactly a looker is it.

[Raptor05121]

Interestingly enough, its got the wing of an M20C but a higher take-off weight than the Acclaim. It would be cool comparing the two of them. A new Continental 550 up front would be a nice STC if Mr. FAA was willing and someone had the cash

[HRM]

On 3/8/2018 at 1:55 PM, Mark89114 said:

I wonder why it has that little round window in the back??

or at least it looks like a window

That little window is so it can compete with the 'Flash Gordon' styling of the M20E.

Both gorgeous aircraft.

[CaptRJM]

My avionics shop had 2 of them in last year, at the same time and same owner.  A fellow at KSOP owns 3 of them.  One in good condition, one and fair condition (the ones I saw) and the third is a parts plane. From what I understand all came from Europe.  The two I saw had Swiss flags painted on the tail.

[bradp]

Fugly duckling isn't it.

Maybe @Sabremech can fashion a sympathy cowl for it? 

[kris_adams]

Would be interested in seeing video starting, taxiing, and departure.  I bet it would look a lot better with the new paint scheme.

[rpcc]

I kinda like it.  Unfortunately someone painted it like a brady bunch couch.  Pull a little lipstick on this bulldog and it would look great.  

Are any of these flying?  

[rpcc]

That rudder looks so small btw.

[Sabremech]

I’d like to have it to play with and see what can be made better! 

[N231BN]

If you like 231 speeds at 20 gph then it's the airplane for you!

[Ron McBride]

4 hours ago, N231BN said:

If you like 231 speeds at 20 gph then it's the airplane for you!

Don't forget, its pressurized. +  or -  depends

 

[Hank]

1 hour ago, N803RM said:

Don't forget, its pressurized. +  or -  depends

 

And more payload.

[Mark89114]

On ‎3‎/‎8‎/‎2018 at 2:23 PM, Igor_U said:

Window provides light to the baggage area; there was an option for a 5th seat back there.

Some 5-10 years ago, there would be an M22 for sale on Ebay or elsewhere every now and then; not so much these days. I remember some MS member reporting a purchase of one few years ago but never seen any pictures or details of restoration, etc (he owned a shop in CO or such).

Looks like a period paint job. Interesting plane, not really good looking and maintenance hog but quite a performer.  

It just seems like a low benefit value for a window...One more hole in the pressure vessel and another window that needs to be inspected and maintained.  Just an observation.

 

[jlunseth]

You could get yourself a vintage T Bird.  Paint them the same color.  Matching pair.

[Mooneymuscle56m]

On 3/8/2018 at 12:23 PM, Igor_U said:

Window provides light to the baggage area; there was an option for a 5th seat back there.

Some 5-10 years ago, there would be an M22 for sale on Ebay or elsewhere every now and then; not so much these days. I remember some MS member reporting a purchase of one few years ago but never seen any pictures or details of restoration, etc (he owned a shop in CO or such).

Looks like a period paint job. Interesting plane, not really good looking and maintenance hog but quite a performer.  

This was the ebay plane.  It was in California.  It was nice.