I am looking to buy a float plane and need some direction.
Does anyone have some advice on the best bang for my buck under $90,000? I'm looking @ C172,Maule M5-210/235, Super cubs & C180's(this cheap and C180's rough) I'm not stuck on 3 passengers and gear but it would be nice, open to 2 and gear
The other question is how big of floats do i need for a C172 or a super cub? I see some c172 on cap 2000's but i've had some input that says they are far too small?
Thanks for any input.
Seneca
Float plane?
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It's been years since I flew floats and then only big airpalnes, but a Maule has a lot of merit. Good wing and good short field performance. But beware of the 210 engine. If it is a Franklin, it is an orphan, unless someone has better information. The 235 Lyc is the one I flew briefly, on wheels, and that engine is absolutely bullet proof. Something to consider. If you buy the Lyc, or any floatplane for that matter, fly it lots. Airplanes deterioate faster than they wear out. Corrosion is the culprit.
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