With a quick handshake and a soft thank you, Lyle and Kurt pulled up the airstair and started up my airplane. I watched in the rain as the props came up out of feather and the nav lights blinked on.
Gear Up: She’s Gone
Key Takeaways:
- The author recounts the deeply emotional and somewhat surreal experience of selling his cherished 37-year-old Cheyenne airplane, likening it to a "divorce."
- The aircraft was more than just transportation; it was the "defining airplane" of his 50-year flying career, known for its reliability, capability, and the countless family memories made during extensive travels.
- The sales process was prolonged and challenging, taking seven months and encountering market difficulties, despite the airplane's exceptional maintenance and upgrades.
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