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Yeah, if you've got a loan, I bet going uninsured isn't an option. I'll be paying cash for my first plane but still want insurance. The way I make that decision is simple. I just ask myself a question: "How much will it hurt if I wreck the plane and write it off?" In my case, losing a $40,000...

I just think it's funny that the OP suggests fixed gear and people start yelling, "COMANCHE!!!" :) Surprised the Bonanza crowd hasn't shown up yet. As for me, I have a very similar mission to yours and just put an offer down on a Cherokee 180. Pre-buy is happening Monday. Yeah, more power and...

I agree, assuming the pilot is just landing at the busy airport to cross it off a bucket list. That’s pretty pointless. But I also think pilots shouldn’t be scared of landing at big airports when it makes sense. They make you more proficient so that next time you’re in busy airspace, you’re...

This one hits home for me. I flew into IAH (even busier than Hobby) for my first time in Class B last year, and while it turned out to be a non-event for me, I can relate to the pucker factor of flying into a field that's a lot busier than what you're used to. You have to be on your "A" game, no...

I usually call to ask if there are any fees. Doesn't hurt to let them know your plans. And you can ask about anything you're unsure about from the A/FD.

Nope, this one ends in L.

I need a pre-buy inspection for a Cherokee in Houston. Any recommendations (or shops to avoid, for that matter?) The plane is at West Houston Airport. Feel free to send me a PM.

Forgive me for the newbie question ... but what does this compression check mean? One cylinder is considerably lower than the others on a plane I'm thinking of buying. 600 hours on the Lycoming 180 hp. #1 - 73/80 #2 - 75/80 #3 - 64/80 #4 - 72/80 This was at the last annual in July last year...

This answers my question. Thanks! I'm going to keep shopping for a plane with both autopilot and IFR GPS in it.

OK, shifting gears here ... I'm tempted to take a look at this plane. It's a two-seat experimental (Vans RV-6A) located near where I live with a 430W and STec autopilot with altitude hold, but it's very different from what I've been looking for. My thinking is I could keep renting the Archer...

That's what I was afraid of. So I really want autopilot and GPS, ideally. Will keep shopping/saving 'til I find the right match.

I figured that was the case. I'm looking for a plane with both autopilot and IFR GPS, but boy it's hard to find it in the ones I'm looking at (fixed gear, under $60k, 200+ hp). Might need to save some more and up the budget. Typical in this hobby :)

It's my understanding that a WAAS GPS would let me use lower minimums in IFR conditions and would make the ADS-B compliance a little bit easier/cheaper down the road, since I'd already have a WAAS source in the panel. Is that correct? It's not on my "must have" list but would be nice. Also...

I'm in the market for my first plane (see this thread). I plan to do my instrument training in it and, presumably, a fair amount of IFR flying in it after I get my instrument ticket. I'm looking for a plane I want to keep for a good long while and ideally a real four-seater like the Cherokee...

I looked at this 1976 Cherokee 235 Pathfinder on Friday. Gorgeous, fresh paint on the outside, average on the inside (with old avionics, including functional single-axis autopilot and electric trim), 1600 SMOH, and IFR current so I could start my instrument training right away. Asking $45K...

Show me a $57k Tiger like that. Not seeing it in my area, at least.

So the Cherokee 180 with a Garmin 430 is missing logbooks before 1989. Still sound like a good deal? If an A&P can inspect and verify all the ADs have been complied with, that doesn't necessarily bother me assuming I get it for the right price. I'll just expect to sell it at a bit of a discount...

Not interested. I know it makes logical/financial sense to partner with somebody, but I want my own plane. That's all it boils down to.

Good advice, tawood. And yeah, I saw that Cherokee Challenger pop up for sale yesterday. Looks like a very good option potentially. I rent an Archer II right now, so I think that one would basically be the same as what I'm flying but with a Hershey-bar wing. I don't see too many Garmin 430s in...

Tell me about it! That's the theme of aviation, isn't it? "You need more airplane than your money will buy." I totally agree about not flying my family (or myself, for that matter) in the lowest common denominator. But I'm also not sure I really need a plane for the whole family. I've thought...