How much will I actually save in fuel cost with a gas engine?
Throughout the world, glow fuel costs about $13-$30 a gallon so your savings, depending on the type, quality and nitro/oil content you use, will vary. However, on average, if you pay $18 a gallon for glow fuel and make 4, 15 minute flights every other weekend in a year, you will save about $200 per year in fuel costs. Don’t forget about the cost of paper towels too! Gas is much cheaper and on top of that, gassers typically consume fuel at half the rate of a comparable glow engine. Question: How long is a typical flight time with the SAP-180HP™ ? Answer: If your flying style is hardcore 3D, a 17 oz tank will safely allow you to fly for 15 minutes. Upon landing, you will have about 3/8 to 1/2 tank left depending on how well your engine is tuned. We only recommend a 17 oz tank size as this for serious 3D to minimize the chance of the clunk “missing” fuel during very “snappy” maneuvers.
