4 ms·
I wish personal aviation was a little more accessible. The only innovation I can think of that would really change the math on flying would be very high density
by mips_avatar 6y ago
I wish personal aviation was a little more accessible. The only innovation I can think of that would really change the math on flying would be very high density batteries, and electric planes. Otherwise flying costs are going to continue to be dominated by expensive engine maintenance.
- cpncrunch 6y agoLight sport aircraft (in USA) or advanced ultralights (Canada) are a lot more affordable than certified aircraft.
- mips_avatar 6y agoThe hope with light sport aircraft was that prices would drop. But it’s minor, a Cessna 172 is still cheaper than what you can get in light sport
- cpncrunch 6y agoWell, a 1970s 172 is cheaper than a new light sport aircraft, so it's not really a fair comparison. I was hoping with the part 23 rewrite we might get cheaper new aircraft, but that hasn't happened.