My name is Bailey, and I am hoping to learn as much as I can about Cessna 140s to purchase one as my first airplane in the next few months.
I trained for my Private in Colorado with my dad and earned my license in October 2020, during which I flew in a handful for Cessna 150/152 & 172. My favorite plane to date was a 1959 C150 with an original panel, no gps, no transponder and one very weak radio
This year for my instrument I started in Madison, WI and finished in 6 weeks with a long cross-country to 32 airports in 5 days with another student and instructor (highly recommend for instrument training!).
After a few negative experiences with flight schools and a wonderful experience flying across the country, I've decided that ownership is the right move for me to continue my training. I want a small tailwheel to improve my skillset and because I would like to get more involved in backcountry flying with a long-term goal of aerial firefighting.
Of all the small tailwheels I've looked at, the Cessna 140 is within my budget, and I've had several people recommend it to me to build time and eventually instruct out of.
Now I'm located in Chicago, where I've heard Poplar Grove has a great tailwheel school, but I have yet to explore out there. I also have some good friends in Madison, SD with some 140s, and that's where I'm planning to get my tailwheel endorsement and see if I enjoy flying the C140.
Right now, I'm looking to learn as much as I can about aircraft ownership, the Cessna 140 and also help finding the right mechanic and affordable hangar space outside of Chicago (haha if that even exists?!).
Thanks so much in advance for your help!
Bailey
. Keep up the search and research -- good luck with the journey. You're on a good track!