Jonathan Welsh

Six seats and a wide, comfortable cabin make the brawny high-wing machine an ideal family transporter.

Turbocharged engine and lengthened wing boost performance in the flight levels.

Versatile two-seater can prove ideal for training and time building.

Roomy cabin and 300 hp engine make the six-seater ideal for larger families.

Turbocharging and retractable gear change improve its cross-country character.

Versatility for carrying family or freight is among the light twin’s standout traits.

Modernized taildragger offers just enough comfort and ease compared with its 1940s ancestors.

Used market for the airplane offers value and a chance for shoppers to skip the waitlist.

After a quarter-century of sales, the Cirrus SR22 has formed a large fleet with a broad range of prices on the used market.

Though rare in the U.S., the GA plane comes with innovative features and factory support.