The New Owner

It’s also important to occasionally push and even exceed the limits of your friendships to goad your aviation-loving friends to take the dive and join you in the ranks of airplane owners.

Performance numbers aren’t everything when it comes to finding the airplane that’s right for you.

When it comes to buying a used aircraft, well-known models often come with high prices and a lot of competition.

Sharing a hangar comes with plenty of concerns, but also the possibility of finding a like-minded, responsible friend.

The calculus often comes down to avoiding becoming upside down, but not at the expense of enjoying your perfect airplane.

Like sampling a fine wine, one can slowly mosey around the airport, have relaxed conversations, take in the vintage airplanes, and lazily discuss plans.

Ergonomics is one aspect few people consider in selecting an airplane to buy.

Many owners select tail numbers with personal meaning, and some are assigned to the aircraft types they display.

Garmin’s GI 275 flight instruments update a 1953 Cessna 170B panel without sacrificing its original round gauge aesthetic.

When traveling to Oshkosh, don’t forget the pizza delivery, solar lights, and storm shelters.