#141 | Airplane Hunting: Super Cubs, Huskies, and Life Decisions

The crew returns after a long hiatus to catch up and dive into Lee's journey of airplane shopping, focusing on his decision between an Aviat Husky and a Piper Super Cub.

• Lee explains how he shifted his aircraft mission from family transportation to personal enjoyment
• Detailed comparison between Husky's modern design and better cruise speed versus Super Cub's lighter weight and heritage appeal
• Scott advocates for the humble Cessna 150 as the practical alternative that meets the same basic mission
• Discussion of the emotional aspects of airplane ownership that often override practical considerations
• Lee reveals his final choice: a 90-horsepower Super Cub with no electrical system, weighing just 760 pounds
• Examination of recent aviation accidents including the Blackhawk/CRJ collision and runway incursions
• Safety discussion about treating all propellers as "hot" regardless of ignition switch position
• Debate about whether AI air traffic control could prevent accidents in the future
• The hosts reflect on why NOTAMs have returned to being "Notices to Airmen" rather than "Air Missions"

Scott is drinking his new synthetic alcohol (R 1,3 butanediol) so we'll see how that goes.

The FAR AIM Podcast will continue on an occasional basis - likely quarterly - as the hosts' schedules permit.

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Lee is on the fence about starting a personal channel on Rumble as well showcasing flying his newly purchased aircraft. Send him an email if you would like him to do that!

Lee's Email is: FARAIM@LeeGriffing.com

Robert's Email is: FARAIM@RobertBerger.com

Scott's Online Store is: BoresAirParts.com