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Titan T-51 Mustang: Build, Fly and Insure Costs
The kit price is the number everybody repeats, and it is the number that gets first-time builders into trouble. Ask arou...
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What It Costs to Build and Own a Lockwood AirCam
Budget roughly $200,000 to $275,000 or more to complete a new Lockwood AirCam in 2026, depending heavily on avionics, fi...
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What It Costs to Own a Harvard Mk IV Warbird
Budget somewhere between $40,000 and $70,000 a year to own a Harvard Mk IV if you fly it about 50 hours, and plan on $15...
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Beechcraft Duke B60: Cheap to Buy, Not to Own
Why can you buy a pressurized, cabin-class twin that cruises in the low 200-knot range for less than a clean used Bonanz...
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Hangar vs Tiedown: Which Really Costs Less?
Choosing between a hangar and a tiedown is not just a question of monthly rent. Outdoor storage increases exposure to UV...
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How Much to Set Aside Per Flight Hour
Aircraft ownership costs go beyond fuel, hangar, insurance and the annual inspection. Major components such as the engin...
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