+Kulbit80 1,399 Posted December 8, 2010 What does it cost to fly an L-39? These numbers vary greatly, but should give you an idea of what to expect; * $ 300,000 Purchase * $ 5,000 LOA & training * $ 12,000 Annual insurance (Liability) * $ 6,000 Annual hanger * $ 13,000 Annual inspection (with ejection seats) * $ 1,000 Minor maintenance (fluids, oil, tires) * $ 5,000 Parts annual average (i.e. engine, valves, etc) * $ 350 Per hour fuel burn (high average) www.l39.com Isn't it too cheaply for jet aircraft? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+76.IAP-Blackbird 3,557 Posted December 8, 2010 If you have a good job, that`s not much :D use an Albatros as a businessjet Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+daddyairplanes 9,720 Posted December 8, 2010 virtual L-39 costs SF2 19.99-24.99 USD depending on version at TW online store L-39 free at CA hours spent flying on your computer variable depending on mood of your signifigant other! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+Kulbit80 1,399 Posted December 8, 2010 (edited) Edited December 8, 2010 by Kulbit80 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Silverbolt 104 Posted December 8, 2010 If you have a good job, that`s not much :D use an Albatros as a businessjet eh, you mean a really good job 42.000 per year + Flight hours that's a Mustang and a Camaro per year lol. besides the 300.000 of the aircraft. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FastCargo 412 Posted December 8, 2010 Actually, for an aircraft, especially a jet trainer, that's not bad. L-39s have gotten popular lately with the well heeled crowd because of the relatively low costs. However, owning a plane is like owning a boat...unless you're out there everyday, you'll never get as much out of it as you put into it emotionally. That's why fractional ownership plans are so popular, especially in the bizjet crowd. FC PS That fuel cost per hour seems a little high... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DWCAce 19 Posted December 8, 2010 Going with the cost of $4.25/gallon of Jet-A, that's 82 gal/550 lbs/hr. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FastCargo 412 Posted December 8, 2010 Whoa, didn't realize Jet A had gotten that high. Heck, now I'm thinking that cost per hour is on the low side... FC Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+Gepard 10,899 Posted December 8, 2010 The Albatros was designed as a training bird, not as a combat aircraft. Main focus was safety, reliability and cost efficency. Its a good buy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DWCAce 19 Posted December 8, 2010 (edited) Jet is probably closer to $5, but it depends on what kind of rate you get. Right now I think we're selling 100LL for $5.25, and Jet-A isn't too far behind. Nevermind, just saw our prices on flightaware.com.... jet is $5.48/gal, $5.52 w/prist. Edited December 8, 2010 by DWCAce Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+76.IAP-Blackbird 3,557 Posted December 8, 2010 I saw a documentary here in germany over the T-38 in civilian hands, how much they spend on it for maintanance and fuelcost and consumtion with full afterburner! It was impressive! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites