Tempo
Never flown a MU2, but it is an aeroplane that has always appealled to me - like the rest of its mates in the "bad boy" class of aeroplanes - V-tail Bonanza, Aerostar, and Lear 23.
My understanding is that the MU2 is different.
1) roll control is by spoilers rather than ailerons. This makes it inherently different to handle in a engine out situation.
2) the fuel system is different (complex ?) - don't know the story.
3) there has been a question mark over the effects of icing on the aeroplane.
I seem to recall one was lost a good few years ago on a ferry flight from the USA to Oz, by an experienced pilot. I think one was lost in WA in the hands of an equally experienced pilot.
There is an article on them here:
http://www.aviationweek.com/aw/gener...s/mu2_0206.xml
Those who like them say it is a training issue.
I recall when I went to NZ 20 years ago a 2nd level RPT operator was using them. Highly experienced pilots. Don't recall them having any problems.
Dr