On Jun 23, 12:29 pm, "CareBear" wrote:
Thanks for all the replies. It proved to be interesting reading. Still
haven't decided on continuing to rent or buy. But if I choose to buy, I
"believe" it will be either a Cessna 172 or a Piper Cherokee 180. But the
jury is still out on others. Decisions, decisions, decisions

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CareBear

I think it may be worth looking at another option. If there is a
"flying club" in your area, take a look at what they have to offer. I
am not talking about the flying clubs associated with an FBO. I am
talking about one where you become a part owner in the airplane(s),
but the costs are spread across about 15 people per plane. For
example, I belonged to Flywell Flying Club at KANE for many years
where we owned 3 planes, a C172, C182RG, and a PA-181. This will allow
you to gain experience in another type of plane(s) at much less than
the cost of renting. After more experience in different planes, you
may be able to better determine if you want to buy outright and what
plane to buy (with its high expense) or continue with a flying club.

Cary
CP-ASMEL/IA
N336TS (DA42)