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Old 25th Nov 2005, 09:53
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VMC TO IMC
 
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As far as touring goes it depends on what you are willing to pay for.

Pros
Something that is modern, comfortable (for people under 6 foot), possible IFR rated (handy but not recommeded), handled night VFR flights with plenty of ease, loved the cross wind capability, and from my experience has good reviews from pax (flew from brisbane to longreach)

Cons
Seems to have a fairly expensive hourly hire rate, tas at only 120kts at best (i found it doesn't really like the hotter weather), definately needs rudder trim, doors are more for noviety not practibility, fuel consumption is nothing spectacular considering tas, did i mention it needed rudder trim

I may be able to dig up some loading stats if needed

I guess it is a comprimise between hourly rate and comfort. I would probably opt of a 182rg
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