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Cherokee 235 vs Trinidad vs Comanche
"Dave S" wrote in message
link.net... I've been in the TB9 before, which is the 160 hp version..the trainer/entry level plane. I agree that the airframe is AWESOME.. great vis, great ergonomics, great handling. The tb9 version is underpowered but that shouldnt be a prob in the -20. I can tell you hands down that the tb9 is not acceptable for where you are. Two big guys and a tankful of gas we ran out of lift at 8000 feet, and had anemic climb rates at sea level compared to the others. Its a big airframe. However. Ongoing costs may be the "gotcha" here. what are the costs for airframe parts, where do they come from (europe?. If you want a newer cruiser, this may be the plane for you, but its not as common as the other american brands. Agreed on the TB-9's unsuitability for my mission--I eliminated it from consideration long ago. I suppose if I were at a lower elevation it might be a good trainer and/or a cheaper way to build Socata experience, but even then it wouldn't be on my short list for purchase. As to parts, my understanding from the Socata Owners' Forum is that yes, they do originate in Europe, but Socata US (or whatever they call themselves), located in South Florida, has a superb record of customer support and keeping the supply lines open. I won't embarrass myself by calling anything aviation-related "cheap," but I've been led to believe that it's no worse (cost or availability) than any other brand/model. Indeed, I've been told that the Comanche is particularly *expensive* in this regard, since parts are getting harder and harder to find at any price (which is, I believe, the reason the insurance is so much higher?). Factor in the 20-years-newer factor to boot, and I should think "in general" that one would be buying more airframe parts for a Comanche than a Trinidad to begin with.... I've no problem admitting I'm a newbie here--if I'm out to lunch on any of this thought process, please!, set me straight! Thanks! -- Doug "Where am I to go/Now that I've gone too far?" -- Golden Earring, "Twilight Zone" (my email is spam-proofed; read the address and make the appropriate change to contact me) |
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