On May 13, 5:50*pm, Tony wrote:
Hi sorry should have been more clear. *I saved about $8000 for a 1-26
but while looking for a good 1-26d or e, I continued saving.. Now
getting to 11k, I see that if I can get to $16k there are many more
options... So do I go for a 1-26 in excellent condition for 10k or
less, or a glass ship which could need some work and time for 16k...

Tom

one thing to consider is how much flying you are missing out on by
waiting to save more. *another consideration is that odds are a 1-26
is going to be worth about the same in a few years as it is now. same
goes for that 15-20K club class glider that you have your eye on.
There are several D's for sale now on the 1-26 classifieds.http://www.126association.org/index....lassfid#Planes

buy the 1-26 now, fly it. if you like it great if you still want 30:1
(hey i don't blame you) in a few years sell the 1-26 and buy that
libelle.

Sound advice and this is what I was thinking.. The first few years I
am trying to gain experience and a 1-26 would be a good plane for the
first 100 or so hours... Especially for those first few out landings.