On Sat, 03 Apr 2004 22:47:08 GMT, "Dude" wrote:

Don't just buy a cessna because you trained in it.

Also to consider is that the field we are training on is on the short
side, and turf. But you're right, that airport may not be ultimately
where we end up basing the airplane. I actually do like Piper
aircraft very well. I trained in a Warrior the first 20 hours of my
lessons and *still* miss the visibility in the pattern with the low
wing. I also miss its throttle placement. And its manual flaps.

I do not miss its single door though.

I like the idea of renting around in order to compare models. You may also
find that some private owners will give you a ride, but don't expect them to
let you do anything other than a few turns.

I take every ride I can, and have had the opportunity to fly in some
beautiful airplanes! My favorite so far was a Commanche. It was
meticulous... a little out of my reach at the moment though.

There is a wide amount of choices in your price range that vary a lot on
load, handling, stability, fun, etc. Don't worry too much about speed
because it tends to cost more than its worth to most buyers in your range.
Getting speed always means giving up something else.

This is something to consider. It's very tempting to try and get a
fast airplane. But I think you're right, and also: how fast can you
get within our price range and still have a solid aircraft with few
squawks?

And no matter what, you'll always want it to be faster right? A friend
of mine just bought a turbo Arrow, and is already complaining it isn't
fast enough.

My thoughts are that we need to get something reasonable for longer
cross countries, but if there's an overwhelming need to get somewhere
quickly it's pretty easy to call US Air. Know what I mean?

Thank you so much for your post. This piece about speed consideration
is very valuable.

--
Kay
Student Pilot
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