Russ, great IFR story. The 170 is one of the few airplanes small and economical enough to goof around the airport, do touch and go's and yet use for real transportation. ILS approaches in a 170 are FUN ! Fortunately, my altimeter is easily in the scan, which certainly makes life easier.
A few years ago I flew serious IFR on the leg from Charleston up to Manassas. It was after dark (winter time) and broke out at 400 ft in light rain. Very satisfying.
I'm gonna miss that airplane...
C-170B N4490B
Plantation Florida
(Based at North Perry Airport,
KHWO, Miramar FL)
A Century One autopilot is great for this kind of flying, not only relieves the work load but provides an all electric back-up to the vacuum system. Very expensive- $3700 15 years ago. I think they are approved for the B model
The price is now $7100. PLus installation. If you want the optional electric trim...it's another $2000. The radio tracking option is another $700.
If you found one in the junkyard, the installation kit is $2000. Without the STC paperwork. (good luck)
A better deal may be had by buying a used S-tec system 60, if you want the full Monty.
'53 B-model N146YS SN:25713
50th Anniversary of Flight Model. Winner-Best Original 170B, 100th Anniversary of Flight Convention. An originality nut (mostly) for the right reasons.
The price is now $7100. PLus installation. If you want the optional electric trim...it's another $2000. The radio tracking option is another $700.
If you found one in the junkyard, the installation kit is $2000. Without the STC paperwork. (good luck)
Nope. But the caveat is "if you want the full Monty'. S=tec might be willing to make a special deal for a willing guinea pig.
'53 B-model N146YS SN:25713
50th Anniversary of Flight Model. Winner-Best Original 170B, 100th Anniversary of Flight Convention. An originality nut (mostly) for the right reasons.