I lived my Ernie Gann fueled dreams,flying DC-3 freighters, '87-'97.then chased the shouting wind aloft in the R2800 (best round engine ever)powered CV340,98-99, before flying my first jet the 727 ,in every seat,'00-'08, it was a great run through the classics,each was a joy in its own right, but you know,I love flying the XL/XLS too,the truth is ,its ALL GOOD ! Still fly the DC3/C47 for the Yankee Air Force,the preservation societies are probably the best way to go in the lower '48,just dont be afraid to get your hands dirty! Cheers,and Good luck !