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Old December 25th 03, 05:01 AM
Viperdoc
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One of the theoretical advantages of the conversions is that it remains and
flies like a Bonanza, with excellent handling. The quality of Beech
workmanship far exceeds that of a Piper. A single turbine will likely be
more reliable regarding engine failures compared to a twin, without the
inherent difficulties of managing two engines, or one when the other quits.

Light pressurized twins require a lot more maintenance than a turbine
Bonanza- two of everything to break, and lots of moving parts contained with
an aging airframe and pressure vessel. Hourly operating expenses will likely
be lower, while dispatch rates will be higher with the turbine Bonanza.
Plus, the turbine Bonanza can be flown into significantly shorter and less
improved fields than a cabin class piston twin.

Yes, all airplanes are compromises in some respects, but most people would
agree that the performance of a turbine Bonanza probably exceeds that of a
lot of cabin class twins, and likely will be more reliable.