For those who didn’t have the opportunity to read the April Jumpseat column, or for those who don’t recall, I conveyed a tale of woe regarding my airplane-buying experience. It had turned into a horror story. The 1972 Piper Arrow II I had purchased became a small nightmare when it was discovered by my observant mechanic friend that a prior repair to the gear-well area of the right wing was coming apart.
Jumpseat: Damage History, Part 2
Key Takeaways:
- The author's newly purchased Piper Arrow II immediately revealed a critical, improperly repaired gear-well issue, necessitating a salvaged wing replacement and partial reimbursement from the seller.
- Further unexpected costs and complications arose during a full repaint, including the discovery and troublesome refurbishment of corroded fuel tanks.
- Following these repairs, the airplane developed multiple oil leaks which ultimately led to the discovery of two cracks in the engine case, requiring another significant and unplanned repair.
- Throughout the ownership experience, the author consistently faced a series of unforeseen mechanical and logistical challenges, humorously labeling it a continuous cycle of having to "Spend more!" on the aircraft.
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