lukepower wrote:
Well, the A36 got some serious thoughts on it, but I withdrew when I got some really low compression numbers from the engine tests (in the 40ies), plus quite some work to do. At the end, a french guy (afaik) bought it.
Nah, I ended up going for a modest PA-28-180 which is in the process of being put into a more modern and clean state: New engine, overhauled prop, new anticorrosion treatment, new autopilot, new interiors and carpets. All in all, it meets the requirement of getting around with family while still being pretty economical (even with the Mogas STC). Won’t get me any retractable time or high-performance thrills, but I think it’s a better start into ownership after all :)
Well, great choice imho. The Cherokee 180 is a very capable plane indeed, quite good load and nice short field performance too.
