Welcome to BT Dennis. I also have about 50 hours in a Diamond although it was not in the twin but the DA40. I think my back still hurts from those plywood seats Anyway you will love the A36

My old Twin Bonanza is operated by a gentleman who runs a fleets of ferries in an island nation. He moves people, and ferry parts around everyday. Tbone's are great for hauling a load, nice to have two overwater, and the acquisition costs are so low you can cover gas for years.

I had a da40 for 600 hours. I loved that plane, just needed more room.


Welcome to BT.

Dennis, I have had an experience very similar to you. I wanted to move from a twin to a A36. My nervous wife got involved and expressed she felt a lot more comfortable over the water which we are on every flight with the twin. At that time I looked into B55 Barons and ended up buying one. The A36 is a great plane and the big rear doors are wonderful. However knowing Orcas Island airport quite well I would want to try a couple flights departing to the South with a TN A36 before I committed to one.

Here is why I would consider a Baron if I were you.

-Barons are very cheap to purchase compared to a good A36.
-Your trips are short, fuel is not a consideration
-Trips are mostly over water or rough terrain.
-You can overhaul 2 IO-470s for the cost of a IO550 TN.

I am based at Boundry Bay, just North of Orcas. I would be happy to meet on Orcas some day for coffee if you wish to discuss your options.

Dave

Thanks Dave. I am up there quite a bit. If you are in the area give me a call. My cell is 206 852 0378

Like THIS one!

Wow - that was quick! Congratulations!

And whooooooo? BTer?

Not a BT'er. The guy who's buying it never heard of BT.

Crandallized again! Jason, to whom?

I don't think anyone knows the guy and we haven't closed yet but all is good so I don't want to jinx it.

Totally understand. I hope he is deserving!