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Truck-like with stable handling, PA-23s aren’t speedsters, but Aztecs make up for it by carrying a decent payload.

A composite four-seater with good ergos, performance and support, but look hard at damage history.

It has stone simple systems and decent performance, plus most every shop can work on it.

Turbine-like performance, but bring your A-game to the cockpit and don’t skimp on maintenance.

The Piper PA-30 series has an earned reputation for pleasant handling and efficiency, but stay ahead of the maintenance and training.