Seems to be more retracts on the market

[WDD]

When you compare modern fixed gear versus retract, that retract does not gain much with out piston powered planes.

Tim

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Agree modern fixed gear are probably speedier than 70s era retracts. But they (cirrus, RV 10, diamonds, etc.) are a 3 times (or more) as expensive

 

[JOhnH]

When you compare modern fixed gear versus retract, that retract does not gain much with out piston powered planes.

Tim

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That may be true. But most of us are comparing older retracts with older fixed gear. Retracts win as far as speed and fuel consumption.

 

[GRG55]

My situation is that I’ll hit 70 in 10 years - not wanting to get a plane in 3- 5 years only to have to have to get rid of it after 5 years

I fully support your spending the inheritance. Sooner rather than later.

 

[MBDiagMan]

I know several people who have thrown in the towel and decided to self insure. I have given it thought. The only significant reason that I have yet to do it, is thinking of protecting my assets for the kids in the event something were to happen.