I flew a Solitaire all over Europe in the '90! It's an awesome machine that needs respect but if flown properly it's the safest turboprop out there.
Since 2008 with the SFAR accident rate is near zero!
In Europe there are some planes and you will find two service centers;
The biggest one in Basel and the other in Danemark (Billund). Spare parts are not a problem.
Here the list of flying MU-2 in Europe:
OK-ATX (K model c/o Basel up for sale)
D-IAHT (P model)
N772MA (P model sold to Russia)
D-IKKY (Solitaire)
N750CA (Solitaire)
N46AK (Marquise)
LY-ZDV (Marquise up for sale)
There is an ex MU-2 owner in Germany that is again interested in a short body!
Today to buy the best place is to go in the States.
I'm in contact with the biggest broker/dealer and he works very well.
It's safe, reliable, built like a tank and last but not least cheap to buy and to maintain. For me it's the best choice for Europa. If you need infos let me know.
I also opened a MU-2 fb page dedicated to the plane were you could find infos and videos!
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mitsu...60938877468269