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Piper Arrow around 1972 (71?) was stretched 4” or something for more rear seat room. I have no problem getting adults in the back of mine. Relatively inexpensive to own/operate. Goes about 135-140.

I can’t even get a shop to give me a quote (NV, CA) they’re so overwhelmed; I guess with transponder installations, problems thereof, and short staff. I’d be happy to give someone nearby $25k to put in some nav/com/gps junk, but they won’t even return calls. Seems like priorities out of whack...

Surprised not to see any Piper aircraft in your list of options considering your budget and mission. I really adore my Arrow 2, so, I’ll refrain from gushing over it... But they (Pipers) are plentiful, relatively inexpensive, and cover a wide range. there has to be something in the lineup that...

Great photos, and that thing is boss. Like mine (a 72). Straight wing and big stabilator look so cool. And my nose gear doors don’t close perfectly either.

There is a storm blowing through this weekend here in the Great Basin (as usual), with impacts forecast through Monday. Looks like it switches to a north wind by then, so, you could have a fast ride home. You’ll probably get some turbulence, but, nothing like a west wind in the lee of the Sierra...

Yeah, and I had no reason to counter after he showed me the problems. Really didn’t think they’d take that long to fix, and the mechanic estimated about a week.. I’ve settled down a little, and thinking it was just a one off. There is some upside; my annual will be in Oct next year, instead of...

I dropped my Piper Arrow by the shop on Aug 16 for an annual, and I also needed the dorsal fin fairing replaced, which I provided the parts for. The Annual and fairing work was done 2 weeks later, and my mechanic found the landing gear Torque links needed new bushings and bolts, the elevator...

Just curious... Why not a twin?

I just bought a 72’ this year. Basically the same mission as you, and same experience with reasonable expense and maintenance. It is very encouraging to hear you’ve had it long term, and put money into the panel. Makes me want to go get G5’s, but all my vacuum stuff and ancient electronics work...

I think there is a perception that retractable insurance is overly expensive... my first airplane is an Arrow 2. I bought it with a meager 70h in my log book, no complex time. $1200/yr and 15h dual before I got to fly it myself. Maintenance is cheap, my annual was $1700, no need to mention wide...

Seems to have disappeared from the cessna website. Can't find any news or other info. Anyone know what's up?