Originally Posted by
Flyhayes
Flying an airplane only 12 hours a year is a sure fire way of an engine never reaching it's TBO. Besides, most engine manufacturers list two different TBO's, one is based on engine hours and the other is based on years of service. A mid time engine could easily be past TBO.
In regards to washing an airplane, that most certainly should be something you take seriously. It's considered general maintenance, and goes along way in fighting corrosion.
ya thats nice. the reality though is buying an airplane wont cut costs. your going to have to make real sacrifices and burn a hole in your wallet to getinto this industry. thats just a fact. i am the exception not the rule.