Bshimkus

you are speaking his language for sure. I just don't know what an economical twin is. His first plan was a Seneca II but maint is terrible

So far I think I am learning that we really should look at a J and find one with upgrades already complete? He does fly a fair amount of IFR. He plans to go back and forth to college, beach trips, etc etc. He will still have access to my matrix if he needs a hauler. Any other thoughts on a J are greatly appreciated. Any years to watch out for or look for specifically?

I spoke to an expert or two today and learned alot. Next question: 1978 or later J or earlier model?

He plans to get commercial for his 18th bday and fly copilot in a king air. Mostly the plane gets him girl friends and thats what probably matters most He hopes to go to med school long term.

He started at age 14 he solo'd on his 16th bday. He got vfr and ifr on his 17th bday and multi a couple of months later. He has flown coast to coast solo in my malibu. For spring break this year he is flying from texas to iowa to see his old cfi to get some mooney hours. He has the flying bug bad.

Do you have contact numbers for Dugosh or Don Maxwell? I have made a call to all american aircraft but have not been down there yet.

Ha! I can barely afford 1 pilot in the house.

Thanks for the tip. I will call. We are not in a hurry and have quite a lot to learn. My son has roughly 400hrs and is vfr/ifr and multi rated. He has flown 182, piper 6x and senecas. I have a malibu and he flies that regularly. He is a junior in highschool and we are looking for a plane to take to college.

I am interested in buying a mooney for my son and want to have it repainted, fresh interior and updated avionics. What are the importsnt things to look for on a M20c when cosmetics dont matter much. I live in austin texas. Any advice on where to have work done or where to fine a mooney with excellent bones.