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It has been a while, so I may be a little bit off, but I owned two Aztecs: A 1968 ish D Model and an early 1970s Turbo F. If I recall, the D used to cruise around 155 to 160 kts on about 16 to 18 gals per side. The Turbo F cruised at around 165 to 170 but burned closer to 19 to 21 gallons...

I really wanted to go this year but can't get away. Next year for sure! Abram Finkelstein, N48KY

If I need a fuel stop when I fly from San Antonio to Fort Lauderdale, I land at KJKA - Jack Edwards Airport. It's a nice FBO, Fuel prices are reasonable and there is a cool little building that serves as a pilot lounge, complete with lounge chairs, TV and snacks. In addition, you can get a...

Haha. I do love my Eclipse! If you just showed up, there is a really good chance I wouldn't know the difference. If you ever find yourself in S FL I would be happy to give you a ride. Then you wouldn't even have to deal with me and my bad attitude for the long term! Abram Finkelstein N48KY

As several people have noted, having your IFR rating is no guarantee that you are getting where you want to go at the time that you want to get there. That is especially the case when I have passengers or my family on board. I have spent many days with the family sitting on the ground waiting...

Jordan, I just want to add my congratulations on your outstanding accomplishment. I am truly impressed with the dedication and tenacity you demonstrated in achieving your goal. Keep it up and soon enough you will achieve whatever dream you set for yourself in your flying career. Who knows...

I have been having this "discussion" with myself for about the past year or so. My wife chimes in every once in a while, too, so that is definitely making an impact! Abram Finkelstein N48KY

(By the way- $250 to ask questions about a Piper?! Wow! Cheap if you are already an owner, but just to ask questions?!) I was a bit put off by the fact that I had to buy a membership to both the MMOPA and the EJOPA (Eclipse) prior to buying an airplane, as well. However, once I bit the bullet...

I have been seriously considering doing exactly that for a little over a year now. I have my ATP and a fair amount of multi-engine and turbine time, so I am confident that I would be attractive to the regional airlines. However, it would have to be the right opportunity that would allow me...

When I travel with people that don't have a lot of experience in small airplanes, I don't usually do too much to teach them about how to operate the airplane. I have a routine that I do showing them how to operate the door, the emergency exit, the oxygen masks if there is a pressurization...

Understood, and that is how I filled out the poll. However, I wanted to identify the caveats for the group. Abram Finkelstein N48KY

I mostly fly my airplane for my business travel, but sometimes I fly it for personal travel. Then, sometimes I fly professionally. So it's a little of everything! Abram Finkelstein N38KY

There are a fair number of people that are 6' and taller that fly PA46s. If you go to the MMOPA website, there are a number of posts about it. I am pretty certain there is also a seat mod that you can do to accommodate taller pilots. Of course, at 5'9" I did not have those issues! Abram...

I can count on one finger the number of times my wife has said "You know, its a really nice day. Let's fly somewhere...." Abram Finkelstein N48KY

Hi, Mrs. SixPapaCharlie! No doubt, the cabin is awesome. But I am sure that you thought the front seats are pretty cool, too! My wife and kids loved the club seating arrangement and the kids did a ton of homework on the table. Pressurization makes a huge difference in the fatigue factor...

Congrats, Bryan. That seems like an awesome experience! I am a big fan of the PA46 airframe and spent a lot of hours in one. I am curious about what your wife thought about the airplane. My wife really loved the cabin of the PA46. When coupled with benefits of pressurization, it was...

Excellent observation! I am finding that for trips longer than 500 miles, the Eclipse is more efficient, but for shorter trips it burns more fuel. However, it is not terrible, even for the short trips at low altitude. I really enjoyed my Meridian, but I absolutely love the Eclipse! I am...

The last plane was a Meridian. Here is the some of the in that one: The current ride is an Eclipse 500. Abram Finkelstein N48KY

I have been flying with the family in the plane since my oldest was a toddler. He is now 15. In the early years, our trips were short and infrequent, but over time, the trips have become more frequent of longer duration. Every time I hear about a plane that crashes and takes a family, I...

I have been flying turbine equipment for my business for about 9 years or so, but that doesn't qualify as a job for this thread. However, about the same time that Jonesy started posting about his experience, I was seriously looking at moving to the 121 world as a second gig. I continue to...