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Innovative #EAB #autopilot (SuperEco) based on aerodynamic trim-tab actuation from Aircraft Automation.

Conceptually, it is very elegant. Not sure about RC servo reliability when used continuously, but for <0.5AMU one could replace all three servos every few years.

Watch installation and flight demonstration video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3UJoCmkDJFk

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The Best Autopilot for Bush Planes: The Aircraft Automation SuperECO

I found the absolute best autopilot for weight sensitive bush planes! The Aircraft Automation SuperECO!Autopilot Info: https://aircraftautomation.com/?flyco...
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h4890
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I'm thinking about buying a plane. Is it true, that I must buy a 2 engine plane to be allowed to fly over water?

And when it comes to age, what would be the maximum age for a plane that you would buy from a safety point of view?

I would never consider buying a brand new DA-42 for instance, but would 5 year old be ok or 10 year old?

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hi, I don't know regs in your country, but in US there is part91 for private owners operators which does not restrict flight over water. Part135 (air carrier) does.

Aircraft age - no maximum from safety pov. I have a 77 year old airplane. All airplanes receive annual inspection to ensure continued operation. As long as a given aircraft type has parts availability, then age is not a safety issue. There is increased maintenance cost compared to new aircraft but at MUCH lower acquisition.

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if you can afford and are seriously considering buying a da-42 and don't have a pilot certificate yet (based on your line of questioning you don't), you are "doing it wrong". Spend the time and money on getting your certificate. Rent a bunch of airplanes and fly them to learn what you like and don't like about them. Then once you know your "mission" (reason for flying) and preferences, pick the best airplane you are willing to spend money on.
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@h4890 For example 10y old da-42 with run-out engines could be a great deal if you negotiate hard and get engines overhauled at a local shop. This will take ~6months to accomplish. Now you are not a pilot so you won't know how to do that. 10y old da-42 with MID-TIME engines will still be good deal if you negotiate right. The newer the airplane the more you'll pay more for "freshness", waste of money in my book. Avg age of aircraft is US is gotta be 30++ years.
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With twins, unless one is very proficient, the extra engine can kill in an emergency than help save oneself. Single pilot twins + IFR require a lot of experience which you WON'T have for years to come.

Get your certificate, rent some planes, see if you can fly 100 hours/year (ie you are seriously enjoying flying), then decide what to get.

Low vs high wing, alu vs composite, stick vs yoke, side-by-side vs tandem, single vs twin, STOL vs fast, tricycle vs tailwheel, etc.... :)

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Wow, great advice. Thank you very much that does seem to be the best way to go about it! =)
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