when buying an aeroplane
Over the last 30 years I have owned several aircraft and can assure you that going the PFA/LAA route is far cheaper and more rewarding. You get to know your aircraft intimately and have a real pride of ownership when you meet others to talk about the aircraft. Also there is so much you can do yourself without having to beg that engineer to rectify a problem on a saturday morning when you are about to go for the £100 bacon sandwich.
But the real key to cheaper flying is where you are based IRO of landing fees and hangar fees. Unfortunately, I am based in the SE at a large GA airport with the usual 20 min queues to take off !!!
The choice of plane comes down to whether you want bimble around or
go places fast. Both have their atractions. I have owned both Taylor mono - great fun and vvv cheap 2 gph, now have RV6, 150kts and south France capable.
Decide what type of flying you want --- Jodel's are good, but must be hangared.
Ask me about specific types and I can probably give you an opinion.
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