301 pages, well illustrated, charts, tables, pictorial wrappers, very good. From the publisher: Your ticket to successful airplane ownership! Here, Ron Wanttaja explores all the uses you need to consider before and after you've bought your own airplane. Wanttaja, winner of a 1992 Aviation /Space Writer's Association Award of Excellent for his book, Kitplane Construction, guides you every step of the way helping to ensure that you choose the best airplane for the money. Inside, you'll find valuable information on a wide range of topics, including: Renting vs. Owning; Partnerships and leasebacks. Buying antiques and used or partially completed homebuilts; Spotting potential mechanical problems before you buy; Obtaining financing and getting the right insurance coverage; Sharing hangar space; Owner maintenance procedures that can save you money; Passing the annual inspection; Modifications that can improve your airplane's performance. Includes ownership case histories for older and modern aircraft (including the Cessna 172, new Pipers, and the PT-17 Stearman)

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