Falcon Man

Noted . Thanks

Is this a current parts for sale list? Jeff

What is your true airspeed at 15-16,000 ft on those fuel flows?

PM me - flyingfalconpllc@gmail.com - Jeff

In an attempt to mediate the bickering - you can find lots of really good advice on this forum. Much wisdom is present here. Hopefully civility will prevail. Mooniacs are dedicated to the brand as there is nothing in the certified aircraft market that combines the features of a Mooney: speed, efficiency, stability as an IFR platform, good looks, dispatch ability, strength by a cromoly steel tubular frame, skins that are an airfoil - not structural, etc. In fact, there are no other designs including experimental airplanes that compare. If you are looking for a spacious cabin for 4 people with lots of cargo, buy some this else. If you like wearing a sports car for two people and cargo, like to go fast on minimal fuel, an airplane built to protect passengers, consider a Mooney. It's pretty simple. Jeff

Mooney Corp. generally won't reliability respond to aircraft owners but they do respond to IA/AP's who work on Mooney aircraft. Have you tried Lasar for parts? Buying a Mooney now is risky financially because the whole fleet is inflated significantly (~ 20% according to some). I bought a 1986 252 in the mid range equipment wise with an upgraded all leather interior , with 1700 TT hrs and 600 on zero time engine and 10 hrs on new cylinders, in May 2022 for 159K. Good luck finding one now for a similar price. You might want to consider delaying buying until after the 2024 elections as the economy may tank before then, if $ is much of a concern. Of course there are plenty of 231's for sale but they are significantly slower and less efficient than a 252. I have owned two 231's, one 262, two 252's and one Encore and the 252 is the most efficient and the fastest of all the K models. I thought the Encore would beat a 252 speed wise but 10 more hp couldn't compensate for the added weight. My experience FWIW. Jeff

Worth pointing out that: any attempt at explaining a position based on a critical thinking and/or scientific basis, is limited by how many data points are available. Statistically, if the data points are less than 40, the power of the data is ZERO. Most of us have purely our personal point of view based on limited personal experience and this is of value, but not scientific truth. Unfortunately, relying on FAA data isn't based on reasonable numbers, so any foregone conclusions are suspect in my humble opinion.

I spoke with my broker for insurance today and he related that my insurer Global Insurance has not cancelled any of his clients due to age. At age 80 they usually ask for an annual exam for 3rd class medical and an annual flight review if VFR and IPC if flying IFR. He also said shopping around after any company has put restrictions is a warning flag from insurers point of view

Seems to be the world we live in now!

I recently turned 71 and wondering at what age I might expect to not being insurable. Does anyone have info on this? Jeff

I refurbished a 1984 M20K interior with: the SpaceSaver kit for side panels, a new carpet and ceiling panels from Airtex, an insulation kit from Lasar, epoxy premiered the tubes, and had a local upholstery shop do the seats. I spent about 80 hours and it turned out great and saved me thousands. I like working on my airplanes with my IA/AP guiding me. Not for everyone.

My A/P/IA has three engines in shops (IRAN's) and they are all past 11 months waiting for parts - worse for Lycoming d/t business consolidation. Its a Zoo out there!

THANKS EVERYONE for the sage advice. Much to think about. My plans are to look for a FIKI equipped Bravo and plan on making a lot of commercial flights! Jeff

Hello fellow Mooniacs - I just started a new business venture in Seattle, WA and am concerned about the frequent icing conditions. My questions are: 1) As I would not fly in known icing conditions, is there much difference between a FIKI equipped Bravo vs. one with inadvertent icing equipment? 2) Is there anyone who has frequent experience flying out of Everett, WA, east out over the Cascades? I live in central Idaho and my weekly round trip would be from KSUN - KPAE. Thanks, Jeff

Have you tried Midfield Aviation in Apple Valley, CA - KAPV/