OK, this is probably insane, but I've started thinking about plane ownership. Why is it insane? Well, for one thing, I've been told that my job of 26 years will be terminated in February. Anyone need a good editor? Oh, never mind.
OK, back to the plane. I'm a sport pilot, currently renting a Flight Design CTLS. I love that plane, but let's face it, unless I win the lottery, I could never afford even a used one, or its lesser-priced cousin, the CTSW. So I started thinking about ... Ercoupes. Although I've never flown one, or even sat in one, I think they're adorable, and they would seem to suit my mission, which is mostly local VFR sightseeing flights. Also, the price seems right -- looks like I could get a decent one for $20,000 to $30,000.
So, does anyone out there own one of these? Or ever flown one of these? Any advice?
OK, back to the plane. I'm a sport pilot, currently renting a Flight Design CTLS. I love that plane, but let's face it, unless I win the lottery, I could never afford even a used one, or its lesser-priced cousin, the CTSW. So I started thinking about ... Ercoupes. Although I've never flown one, or even sat in one, I think they're adorable, and they would seem to suit my mission, which is mostly local VFR sightseeing flights. Also, the price seems right -- looks like I could get a decent one for $20,000 to $30,000.
So, does anyone out there own one of these? Or ever flown one of these? Any advice?
