Andy Nixon

[Andy Nixon]

Rocky,

The guy in Auburn is Joseph McDonald. I don’t have a number for him, but we chat via Facebook.

Andy

[Andy Nixon]

Thomas,

I was having the same issue with N430DP this summer. I had it removed and sent to the prop shop for bench testing and had the springs replaced. They ran it for 2 hours on the bench with no issues, but I’m still only reaching 2600 RPM on takeoff.

Andy

[Andy Nixon]

Welcome to the group!

Andy

[Andy Nixon]

John – I typically climb at around 800-1,000 FPM and 120mph on a summer day in Michigan. I plan on burning 22-24gph during my climb. I use N430DP for mostly cross-country flights. When in a cruise around the 7,500-10,500 altitude range I usually average and plan for 200mph with a fuel burn of 14-15gph. The plane has the IO525 engine with Gami injectors. There have been many occasions at altitude where I am cruising well over 200mph depending on conditions. Hope that helps! Feel free to call anytime 419.704.1981.

Andy

[Andy Nixon]

Hey Stephen,

Welcome. You may try posting this in the Meyers forum on Facebook. That seems to get more participation and response.

Andy Nixon
N430DP

[Andy Nixon]

Very cool! When I started in business aviation I did sales for National Flight Services, they are a Honeywell Service Center (TPE331) so I was able to attend several of the NAAA shows and chat with the crop dusting crowd.

Andy

[Andy Nixon]

I had N430DP’s engine mount repaired in 2 places by a welder in Brighton, MI. He is a certified FAA welder working for Delta. He was able to blast, inspect, repair, and paint in his shop. Turned out wonderful.

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[Andy Nixon]

I’m interested. Please add me. Thanks Dean.

Andy Nixon

[Andy Nixon]

Ashley,

I am of the Betzoldt clan, just sometimes keep that on the down low… LOL. I will give Cassidy a ring and see what he has to say. Being in the corporate aviation industry, the insurance game is such a joke (cartel) when it comes to what they are charging. Appreciate the info and I will let my grandpa know you say hello! He just sold his Piper Super Pacer and bought a Cardinal so my grandma can get in and out much easier. Look forward to meeting everyone in the club next year hopefully!

Andy

[Andy Nixon]

Hi TC,

Thanks for the info! On the fiberglass seat buckets – can I use those and just redo the original Meyers seats? I think this will be necessary purchase either way.

Andy

[Andy Nixon]

Ed,

Thank you for that info! I appreciate the feedback.

[Andy Nixon]

Hi Joel!

I will be out and about your way sometime in early 2021 visiting customers and would be happy to meet you at the airport somewhere. I have a B model, N430DP that I use for business travel.

Andy Nixon

[Andy Nixon]

Hi Ed!

I hope you had a great holiday as well. Thank you for the information; I kind of figured I’d have to bite the bullet for this next year before getting some relief…. That being said, I am planning to knock out my instrument this spring. I’m lucky to only have the 200 available for flying! Lots of takeoffs and landings so far.

Andy N.

[Andy Nixon]

Mark – That is great info! Thank you for that. Will try that out next time.

[Andy Nixon]

Thanks Ed! Look forward to meeting everyone once this crazy virus is under control!

Andy

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