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Flight Review: Van’s RV-12 LSA—Singular Success

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How did any given airplane sell? In order to be flown by a sport pilot, the resulting airplane must still meet the current regulations—1,320 pounds maximum gross weight, 120 knots max cruise speed, for example—but how it gets there is up to the builder. But successful? Not at all. Was it profitable for the company?

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Used Aircraft Guide: Beechcraft Bonanza 36 Ranks at Top of Six-Place Piston Singles

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Subscribe Now While still in production in limited numbers by Textron as the G36, refurbished A- and B36-series models with new avionics, aesthetic and creature improvements, and low airframe and engine time are good alternatives to high-dollar, later-model G36 airplanes. With an annual inspection due in a month, it was priced at $220,000.

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This 2017 Cirrus SR22T G6 Xi Edition Is a Luxurious, High-Tech Single ‘AircraftForSale’ Top Pick

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Each day, the team at Aircraft For Sale features an airplane that stands out for its quality, uniqueness, or value. Recent maintenance includes a May 2025 annual inspection, fresh magnetos, new auxiliary fuel pump, and overhauled alternator. Today’s Top Pick is a 2017 Cirrus SR22T G6 Xi Edition.

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Keep Your iPad Airworthy: Annual Care Tips Every Pilot Should Know

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The one side effect from this high level of performance is that it can cause pilots to develop a bit of complacency over time, especially if you don’t periodically inspect your device settings, preferences, app configuration, and system updates.

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The iPad Pilot’s Annual Checklist: Keep Your EFB Running Smoothly

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The one side effect from this high level of performance is that it can cause pilots to develop a bit of complacency over time, especially if you don’t periodically inspect your device settings, preferences, app configuration and system updates.

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Buying an Airplane

Plane and Pilot

Good, honest bankers , brokers , and backers who have been through many airplane acquisitions before will know the ropes and can guide you through the rough spots. Many times, people have fallen in love with a certain airplane type early on and will rush out to buy it, any one of it, as soon as they’re able. Believe me, stuff happens.

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Getting a Second Opinion

Plane and Pilot

He knows its history better than anyone and is responsible for performing the next annual inspection, thereby determining its fate. The engine was idling, but the propeller is unrepairable, despite being able to propel the airplane back to the hangar. Your first stop needs to be the mechanic who takes care of your bird.