Beyond the obvious ratings issues (Complex, High performance, IFR, etc),
what would a logical step-up sequence be for moving up to something like the
Pilatus? Gain proficiency in an Arrow, then move on to a Malibu, then....

Hell, if you've got all that money, who cares about a "step-up
sequence"? Just buy one of each of the following, and fly 'em every
day:

- Cub (fun)
- Maule (funner)
- Helio Courier (funner yet!)

- Columbia/Cessna 400 (cool)
- Malibu Meridian (cooler)
- Pilatus PC12 (coolest!)

- Eclipse Jet (fast)
- Cessna Mustang (faster)
- Falcon (fastest)

While you're at it, how 'bout some warbirds?

- P-39 Airacobra
- P-51 Mustang
- F-86 Sabre
- F-4 Phantom II
- F-16 Viper

Dang, this is fun, spending all your money!

:-)
--
Jay Honeck
Iowa City, IA
Pathfinder N56993
www.AlexisParkInn.com
"Your Aviation Destination"