Which SEP to rent, south east England
Hello Everyone.
I am looking to rent a plane that is relatively easy for an elderly person who cannot climb on top of the wing of a plane to be able to get in (due to back problems). They really enjoyed flying when they were younger, and I have taken them up in a C172 before.
The catch is that they are some 280 nautical miles away from London, and they're looking at going about 300 nautical miles further south to see family. I have done the trip before in a PA28RT without any issues. I have also done the the first half of the trip in the old C172, but due to strong headwinds, took me over 4 hours to do the first leg. I would be keen to fly something a little faster to pick them up, on the way to the south of France. I was hoping to fly out on a Saturday and come back on a Monday, with a total of 1200nautical miles (approx).
The usual upgrade in my mind is the C182, I believe that Denham have a C182 that they do rent out for somewhere around £195 per hour (wet) but I was wondering if anyone had any other suggestions with regards to both plane types which would suit the mission profile, and if anyone would be able to point me in the right direction as to where I can rent one in the south-east? (or even if anyone had an under-utilised plane that they would consider renting out)
I am happy to drive a little further afield, but based in London.
Thank you again for your help!
Alex90