I realize I wrote this post in another forum but thought I might get a bit more feedback in this one, so here goes again...
I am interested in buying an aircraft but am having some trouble narrowing down my choices. I have a $35,000 budget and want a used low wing aircraft that is fairly economical and doesn't burn a ton of fuel (less than 8 gph). I'm willing to sacrifice speed for lower operating costs; I would be happy with 100 mph cruise. The problem I've been running into is my size. I'm 6'1" and 250 lb. With all of this in mind, can you please throw some suggestions my way that might fit these criteria. I realize that given my situation there may not be tons of options available, but here is what I've come up with:
-Zenith CH 601
-1978/1978 Piper Tomahawk (112 or 125 hp)
-Early model RV (RV-3/RV-4)
I'm learning about used aircraft and the research/buying process as I go and would appreciate any advice that you can give.
Thanks,
Taft
I am interested in buying an aircraft but am having some trouble narrowing down my choices. I have a $35,000 budget and want a used low wing aircraft that is fairly economical and doesn't burn a ton of fuel (less than 8 gph). I'm willing to sacrifice speed for lower operating costs; I would be happy with 100 mph cruise. The problem I've been running into is my size. I'm 6'1" and 250 lb. With all of this in mind, can you please throw some suggestions my way that might fit these criteria. I realize that given my situation there may not be tons of options available, but here is what I've come up with:
-Zenith CH 601
-1978/1978 Piper Tomahawk (112 or 125 hp)
-Early model RV (RV-3/RV-4)
I'm learning about used aircraft and the research/buying process as I go and would appreciate any advice that you can give.
Thanks,
Taft