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On 8-Oct-2003, Newps wrote:


Shoulda bought a 182. Same or more speed for less money.



The 182 is a very fine airplane but you've got it reversed. The Arrow is
typically a few knots faster, and for planes of comparable age, equipment,
and condition the 182 will probably sell for thousands more. The 182 costs
more to operate, too. Its engine is more expensive to overhaul, and the
higher fuel costs for the 182 will usually more than offset the higher
maintenance costs for the Arrow's landing gear.

Ah, no. In the real world the speeds are the same. I am also assuming
the Arrow gear never gives you any trouble. You will spend a little
more on gas for the 182, about 2gph if you run wide open in both planes.
Insurance is where the savings will be, the Arrow could be 50% higher.
The 182 will cost more to buy but you get that back and more at
resale. Not sure exactly how the Arrow does other than not as good as
the 182.



The planes actually have similar mission capabilities

As long as your mission lets you stay on the pavement. Go off road and
the Arrow falls by the wayside.