The thought of buying a plane

[bigD]

Archer - the problem is finding 5 friends that want to help with the cost of the plane each and every time. If you're taking them to a destination for a specific purpose, like a vacation or concert, or whatever - then they'll probably be more likely to pay. But it's tough to convince people to help pay when you're just out to get a $100 hamburger. Also remember that the Seneca is barely a 4 person plane with full fuel - let alone 6. Your trips are going to be short with 6 aboard.

I personally like to fly twins at least twice a month to stay proficient, and will practice my single engine stuff at least once over that month too. Proficiency is the way to remain not dead when flying twins. Personally, I'd consider finding another multi-pilot to split time with as well. That way you can practice manuevers and single engine stuff while only paying half the rental cost.

Just some ideas. Good luck!

 

[TurboS7]

My first airplane was a PA-32-260 that I bought for $17,500, the second was a U-206F for $25,000. My third was an Aztec with full deice radar for $28,000. My fourth was a PA-32-300 for $28,000. Then came the PA-31's for 120,000 etc. etc. owning an airplane is great but it comes with a whole diffrent aspect of aviation. If your motivation is just to build flight time there are easier and cheaper ways to do it. 20 years ago it used to make sense, nowdays I don't even think it is possible.

 

[Chas]

Beech musketeer super 3 200 hp

Stable - wide body affordable - if you plan on flying 200 hours or more a year they say owning a plane is the wayto go. but...... A plane also has other benefits It can be a neat thing to have to spruce up and tinker with ( within reason) Its also a great way to network with other pilots and oh yse the chicks dig it too. . Good luck Chas