A Cirrus-ly Fun Airplane to Fly

Discover the allure of the sports car of the sky with Texas Top Aviation.

Cayla McLeod

Tuesday, September 09, 2025 at 04:09 PM ET

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Travis Tingle

Author Cayla McLeod flies a 2019 Cirrus SR20 G6 in Texas. [Credit: Jack Fleetwood]

Key Takeaways:

The article describes an "old-school" pilot's journey from initial skepticism and prejudice against modern Cirrus aircraft to experiencing one firsthand due to growing curiosity.
The author undertook training with Texas Top Aviation, a specialized service for aircraft owners, which integrates with Cirrus Aircraft's Embark program for comprehensive pilot instruction.
Despite needing to adjust to the Cirrus SR20 G6's side stick and unique landing characteristics, the pilot was ultimately impressed by its car-like comfort, ergonomic design, efficiency, and overall appeal for modern cross-country travel.

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Let’s be honest. There are two very different sides to general aviation.

The hardcore purists proudly flying their 75-year-old classics, and the modern, tech-savvy enthusiasts who geek out on the latest and greatest. If you fall into the first category, this article probably sends you running for the hills. But as someone who most definitely falls into more of the old-school category, I urge you to stay.