Illustrated Buyers Guide To Used Airplanes

Bill Clarke wrote this book to assist the prospective buyer in the search for an economical used airplane. Every step is considered, from how to determine the size & type of craft needed to how to decipher used airplane ads.

The best way for private pilots with limited means to obtain the plane of their dreams is to purchase a used one -- and there's no better way to buy one without getting burned than this heavily illustrated guide. Focusing on airplanes priced at $100,000 or less, the author walks readers through the entire process of purchasing a used plane: prospecting the market, determining a plane's true value, closing the deal, partnership, and much more. Audience includes the more than 700,000 private pilots in the U.S. New chapters on Sport Pilot Licenses and Light-Sport Aircraft All models and prices updated New airworthiness directives (ADs) and all new regulations

Used airplanes have greater investment value than most stock options. This book features: many planes that are type-certified and entered into production; ads and STCs; contemporary prices; directory information; and a chapter focusing on investment value - including specific recommendations.

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Following a brief history of the market for private aircraft, this illustrated guide helps potential buyers assess their needs based on factors like budget, applications, planned travel distances, passenger capacity and speed. A range of models from names like Cessna, Piper, Beechcraft and more, are all arranged by price range.

Annotation. An A-Z compilation of terms, definitions, and illustrations from the general aviation, commercial airline, and military sectors. It can be used as a dictionary, reference, or learning tool.