ZLIN 143
 

Dear Friends,

I am going to buy ZLIN 143- can you advise me something? It cost's 100k euro. What are your opinions?

Greetings from the air,

TomekR

Sounds a bit dear to me.

Never flown a Zlin 143, but I loved the Z142. Very solid, even if a bit heavy, aircraft.

You always need to check the spar status on Zlins, as some have a limited life.

The 143 has a Lycoming engine, which should make it easier for maintenance.

Also be aware that the manufacturer Moravan has had a volatile history recently.

I'd prefer the Zlin 50!!:ok:

Well, if you have made up your mind, don't ask.:uhoh:

However if you have a bend that way a PA-28 type is probably a third the price.

If you want the option of aerobatics, you can't really compare this aircraft with The Trener Master. (Zlin 326). You're talking lots of money for a mediocre heap of aluminium in a 143.

I should qualify that by saying I have flown both my suggestions and only looked with disinterest at your choice.

Good luck either way.