Dan Luke wrote:
"CareBear" wrote:


Frankly, I don't know what to get. As a new pilot (80-100hrs) I am not all
familiar with the world of airplanes, so therefore I solicit your advice and
opinions.

Almost forgot...would be willing to spend up to $70,000 on the right plane.


180 HP 172s are a good choice for your requirements:

http://www.controller.com/listings/d... 091258848129

So are Cherokee 180s:

http://www.controller.com/listings/d... 091258848129


You might even find a nice 182 in your price range; it's a buyer's market:

http://www.controller.com/listings/d... 091258848129



A word of caution. I have a wonderful '65 C-172F with the 180 hp
conversion and a CS prop. It performs great. Limitations a for models
earlier than '68 or '69 there are no STC for more GW with the larger
engines. You will still have 36 gallons of fuel for the larger engine
and the legs can be short. It will be a three place plane unless you off
load some fuel. I usually fly with wife and light grandchildren so it is
not a problem. I use about 65% power to give me a 9.0 gph burn. Being so
conservative I plan for flights no longer than 2.5 hours. Just some
thoughts. This AC is a /G.

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Regards, Ross
C-172F 180HP
KSWI