It's fast, economical, and still looks great nearing 70 years after it was introduced. Come along as we explore the history, versions, and performance of the Comanche and are joined by Comanche 250 flyer Mike Ellis who shares his ownership journey.
Videos of Comanches in action including the Comanche 250, 260, 260B, 260C, and 400.
Sidebar: FBO downtime? check out my non-aviation channel: https://youtube.com/@dagentic dedicated to how businesses are using AI to streamline ops, improve the customer experience and boost ROI.
Youtube clip credits
Mike Ellis: Follow Mike on his YouTube channel for Comanche information and adventures. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIW-Nkmddt1cHC_DYTJGUjA
Horsemoney: Excellent aircraft videographer! Spend some time on her site.
Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_280Y7RAmqm2mXzRAWjH1w
Clip 1 & Clip 4 N6604P, Clip 2 N8649P, Clip 3 N8803P, Clip 6 N5290P, Clip 7 N6656P, Clip 12 N9XT
Philip Ching: Clip 5, N5474P, First air-to air
jeffcrouchmusic: Clip 8, Comanche 400 engine
io720 a1B: Clip 9, Comanche 400 take off (Hat tip to his username)
N8792P: Clip 10, Low pass
ControllerAircraft: Clip 11, Second air-to air
Heritage Aero: Clip 13, Comanche 260TC engine (also some lighting and speed mods on his full video)
Piper Aircraft: Clip 14, PA28 segment (5000 Cherokees sold in the first five years. Can you imagine?)
Robin Johansson: Clip 15, Comanche SE-IKF
Music: Lycoming and ATC