Trading in a 172 for a 177. Good Idea?
After some 350 hours flying a 172, I am seriously thinking of moving 'up' to a late model Cessna 177 (1976-1978) fixed gear (avoiding the RG because of maintenance and insurance costs).
Has anyone, who has flown both, got an opinion on the 177, how does it compare flying it to the 172, any downsides, problems, or comments on why it never did replace the 172?
Thanks,
White Bear.
N.B. I did try a search, but it was not very helpful.