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Well after getting lots of advice, reading a ton of stuff on the forums and looking at what is available I think I have finally decided that my 1st airplane should be a PA-28-235 (Cherokee 235). As I think this plane pretty much meets 90% of what I need:
1. Descent performance at 130 ish Knots so good for the 300 to 500NM XC.
2. Auto fuel STC compatible.
3. Stable IFR Platform
4. Can carry 4 adults (though cramped)
5. Is relatively cheap to maintain (as far as planes go)
6. Fits the budget of 60K ish (Mostly)
For example https://www.aso.com/listings/spec/ViewAd.aspx?id=174465&listingType=true
So saying that as I know the much more common variants are the 140/160 or 180 Cherokees, does anyone out there own a 235? If so what are your experiences, good, bad, etc.. Do you like the 235 or do you wish you went with something else like a Comanche or an Arrow?
Oh and lastly if anyone knows of a one that is looking for a new home feel free to PM me.
1. Descent performance at 130 ish Knots so good for the 300 to 500NM XC.
2. Auto fuel STC compatible.
3. Stable IFR Platform
4. Can carry 4 adults (though cramped)
5. Is relatively cheap to maintain (as far as planes go)
6. Fits the budget of 60K ish (Mostly)
For example https://www.aso.com/listings/spec/ViewAd.aspx?id=174465&listingType=true
So saying that as I know the much more common variants are the 140/160 or 180 Cherokees, does anyone out there own a 235? If so what are your experiences, good, bad, etc.. Do you like the 235 or do you wish you went with something else like a Comanche or an Arrow?
Oh and lastly if anyone knows of a one that is looking for a new home feel free to PM me.
