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Definitely have to agree with Schmookeeg here. He's worth listening to. His post made me stop and remember that we all have different levels of experience and of course we are ALL still learning. In the future, I'm probably going to think a moment longer before I post in a way that makes it...

In response to the "why keep pushing retracts question"; The OP seems to have a budget that covers a pretty solid aircraft. The additional cost for retract is really not worth ruling one out - IF - you buy an airplane that... A) Isn't famous for having expensive gear surprises (C210) and... B)...

3 weeks ago In my A36, I took off with full tanks, 4 adults, a 50 pound kid, a 70+ pound dog and luggage for 3 days per person from a field with a 7,000 foot+ elevation on a hot day. - DA was 9,900! Climbed out at better than 500 feet a minute and did it all while fully within the W&B envelope...

If you're staying with fixed gear, then my first thought is a turbo 206 or maybe a light turbo 182. If you're willing to consider planes with retractable gear, choices get better. My early A36 will easily do what you want. A Saratoga should also do the job. The A36 is a bit faster, the...

Here's a link to a list of display days in the Southern California area. This is an old list so double check before going. I didn't notice where you are based. A little searching on line will find a NorCal list too. You basically just show up and get a form signed 12 times in a year and then...

What model year is your airplane? You're stuck with the sales tax, but the yearly property tax can be avoided if it's over 30 years old and you don't use it for business and if you do 12 displays a year. There are display days at airports all over the state. It's pretty easy to fly to...

I just got home from my hangar at KFUL!

Yes, where are you located? What airport do you fly out of?

A 4 hour leg in my plane is very reasonable when I'm crossing the country. 4 hours for me is right about a hair more than 750 miles. The thing is, any decisions to decrease fuel weight to enable more people/cargo result in an even shorter range. Having extra range = more flexibility in...

I'd agree. 210 is a very capable airplane. I updated the comparison to include both normally aspirated and turbo versions. As we add more planes, you start to see that it becomes more and more subjective. This is like choosing your favorite ice cream from 3 options vs 31 flavors. There is...

I like seeing the DA50 coming to market. The entire industry needs the competition. Hopefully it will cost a little less than a Cirrus, just so that it can gain the market share that it seems to deserve. It's a nice looking and modern plane - we all need more of those around and I hope it...

They aren't trying to balance the budget. The people who brought this to the fore are trying to close the airport and hiding behind the budget issue. Anyone who wants KTOA to stay available should fight. The locals who knowingly bought homes under the departure flight path and then proceeded...

Great video. Thanks for putting it together. You're totally right about those burgers. They are incredible!

I'd suggest that the pilot fill out one of these. https://asrs.arc.nasa.gov/report/electronic.html But then, I guess there's no need because this is all just a hypothetical excercise.

I was trying to figure out how to "say something nice or say nothing at all". This about covers it. Must be a great opportunity at the new job. You might want to look at options to commute via your Yankee if you can work remotely on days when flying would be a bad idea.

I bought my A36 with a 2000 hours on the engine. Compressions were pretty good and the borescope didn't show anything scary. so i flew that engine for another 360 hours before I replaced it. It is possible to fly an old engine for a few years before you take the leap for getting an OH...

I just flew over Paige AZ. I'd definitely look into that! Sedona is also a favorite. You mentioned wanting to avoid cities. Yes it can be crowded, but you can do a little planning and find some incredible scenery and gorgeous hikes.

I own a Beech A36. Maintenance is generally not too bad if you don't look at all the "while you're in there" upgrades I've done in the last 3-1/2 years. Keep in mind though, when I say "not too bad" I'm comparing to other Bonanzas. The basic truth is that these are more airplane than...

So we agree then - right?

I'm really not trying to squash your dreams, but ... 30-40K is probably not going to get you what you are you describing (Portland to LA, most likely IFR required, decent speed and legs...) unless you are also planning to invest in solid improvements every year. You would be better off looking...