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Mooney drivers share a unique and deeply seated characteristic - they like to go fast! If a Cessna is akin to a Chevrolet and a Bonanza is akin to a Mercedes, then the Mooney is akin to a Porche. Mooneys are among the most effecient and structurally sound airplanes manufactured. The low profile cross-section and laminar flow wings reduce drag to enable the fast air speeds typically unachievable in other manufacturers' airplanes with similar horsepower. The tubular steel frame, acting as a cockpit roll cage, along with the wingtip-to-wingtip wing spar make the Mooney airframe the strongest and safest among GA airplanes.
The M20C Mark 21 is the most common of the early Mooneys. This airplane combines the simplicity of manual gear with the technology and layout of a new 201 style panel and Centure IIB autopilot. Together, the features of this Mooney provide easy entry into complex airplanes, a very stable and efficient cross-country platform, and performance that won't break the bank. It just came out of Annual Inspection and it's ready to fly. It could use a little polishing and waxing to bring out the luster in the paint, so buy it now and you'll have plenty of time to make it shine for Spring.
For more information for Mooney drivers, including an M20C Flight Test Report, click on MAPA.
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