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I did some searching through archives but didn't see much of a discussion on it. An older (1961) Aztec has been for sale for a bit which has an ancient panel, mid-time engines, original paint which drove me to play out the scenario. I wonder, what are the pros/cons of considering a cheap twin vs a six place single? Wisdom regarding those type of twins says that you generally price them at the value of the engines since that's really where the value sets. So, if you could pick up a $45K-50K twin like an Aztec versus paying $75K+ for a similar PA-32, C206/C210, or Bo does it ever make much sense to go with the twin?
The main concern I'd have choosing the twin over the single is just maintaining currency with multi-engine ops, versus the single especially with regard to engine outs and takeoff go/no-go parameters. Are there some other considerations that would rule out a 6-place light twin vs 6-place single I'm not thinking of outside of the care/feeding of a second windmill?
The main concern I'd have choosing the twin over the single is just maintaining currency with multi-engine ops, versus the single especially with regard to engine outs and takeoff go/no-go parameters. Are there some other considerations that would rule out a 6-place light twin vs 6-place single I'm not thinking of outside of the care/feeding of a second windmill?