Michael wrote:

: The 300 hp IO-550 is an option on at least the S-model Bonanza (and
: probably many others). A friend of mine has one and I've flown it -
: it's a great airplane, and it will comfortably cruise at 180 kts on
: 16-17 gph.

: Michael

The 300HP IO-550, derated to 280HP, is in the Mooney Ovation2. The Ovation2
cruises in the 175 to 190 KT range on 15-16 GPH. You can get a very nice one
from the 2000 or 2001 model year for about $300K, if you look around.
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Aaron Coolidge (N9376J)