Socata Reviews ?
Hi all,
I am looking to buy my first airplane and would like an entry four-seater with as few bells and whistles as possible to keep maintenance cost down while I build hours before buying the Bonanza (!). In principle, I'm definitely thinking fixed gear & fixed prop but probably IFR equipped since I am planning to go for that in the short- to mid-term.
PA-28, C172 and Socata Tampico seem to be the options.
Any place I can find reliable reviews to help make my choice, in particular regarding the Socata (the idea of owning a European a/c is appealling). I'm thinking about flight characteristics, consumption, maintenance costs, reliability, etc...
For the record, I have been trained on a Beech Skipper which I find truly excellent (wish it came with four seats).
Thx for all tips and good landings,
L