Howdy gang!
I'm new to the forum and I'm researching Albatross operations. Specifically, Part 91 private operations in an HU-16B with rather standard equipment. My websearch indicated that there are several members here who have knowledge and experience that I would like to tap into.
My specific interests at present revolve around adjustment of my busyness plan and in that vein I have two questions.
First, what is an average direct operating cost for a single aircraft flying an average of 50 or so hours a year? I already have many fixed costs accounted for i.e. Parking, insurance ect. I'm not interested in including reserves for engine and prop overhauls or hourly fuel burn as those are rather finite and already in the bag. What I am looking for however, is cost per flight hour for scheduled/annual and typical nonscheduled maintenance. So, what does an hour of HU-16B cost?
Second, are there any special or specific instructions from the FAA regarding Part 91 operations? I have heard all sorts of conjecture and rumor and also understand that there are several FAR's that pertain to general and seaplane operations but, have failed to find any specific information published by our beloved administrator pertaining directly to HU-16's. So, what (if any) are the regulatory requirements and or limitations of operating an HU-16 under Part 91?
Thanks for your time,
PG