Jim Burns wrote:
Google this groop for my name + Aztec. Any specific questions you can email
me, I'd be glad to help.
Jim Burns

"Bongo" wrote in message
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I'm looking at purchasing an early (1960) Piper Aztec. I would like to
know
what should be checked and what the real gotchas are on this age of
aircraft.

Thanks,

Dean



Thanks Jim

I've put a deposit down on the aircraft. The owner has spent a lot on
it over the past few years so it should be in good condition (pre
purchase will confirm), its also been flown regularly which is a plus
in my book.

One question is to do with handling. I've flown it, and its a pussy
cat, however my home grass strip at 600m (2000ft) is plenty long
enough, especially lightly loaded (it doesnt get over 65c here usually
and i'm at 400amsl). It does have a tricky close in tight turn of 90
degrees at a few hundred feet and 1/2 mile from the threshold (we have
pylons at the end of the strip). On other aircraft, no problems, and
I've landed a lot on this strip, and know it well, but i've only 60
hours on twins so not too sure.

There is a 700m hard runway not too far away, but just to sit the
aircraft outside is over 300US dollars/month. I'll definately keep it
here short term until I'm familiar with the aircraft.

In the UK we have a CAA notice 75 on the props (complete strip down,
inspection and replacement of seals, rebuild etc) every 6 years. This
is due next month. I have the option of putting it on the N reg (run
on condition) but do you think the prop overhaul is a good idea anyway
(in the UK its about 7000 dollars for both props).

Cheers,

Dean