Me? I'm drawn to classics. Although I wasn't alive then, to me they evoke thoughts a period when flying all about fun. More stick n' rudder and less rules n' regulations. People didn't ask their passengers to sign liability wavers, fuel was cheap, and you didn't get chewed out if you flew NORDO. I love the looks of the 195, the Navion, and nearly all Stinsons, but if I had to narrow it down to just one I'd pick the Twin Bonanza. I've only seen one, but it made a big impression. I was a student at the time and it looked so different from anything else I'd seen. The Connie-like nose gear way up in front, the retro landing light, the large engine nacelles, and just an overall look of substance all made what I was flying look like a worn-out sardine can. I'd probably never own one even if I could afford it, but it sure is nice to look at.
Image Stolen from The Twin Bonanza Association
, they're about as hansome as a hat full of arseholes.
