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Old 24th Feb 2013, 02:34
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Silvaire1
 
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I think a (four cylinder) Mooney 201 would overall be the most economical and practical of the three mentioned , but make sure the small cabin suits your two - three occupants. I'm not sure any of the three really check the 'fun factor' box, they are machines made for personal transportation, versus fun... and that is what they do well. Instrument training is a way to get the most out of that capability.

A friend of mine has a wonderful Comanche 180, and loves it. His is more of a beautiful time warp aircraft than a modern instrument trainer, but its carried him far and wide.

I'd get a Bellanca Viking - cheap, fast, super cool and totally impractical for the uncommitted. That's why they're cheap

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