I cannot believe that it has been a year since I purchased this airplane. It has been a wonderful year. The joy and freedom of flying is more incredible than I could have ever imagined. It has also brought my family together in many ways, and gives me and my kids a way to bond. I am grateful for the opportunity to have my pilot's license!
A few things have changed recently. I brought in a partner, Ben Tippets, into the business. He has been flying helicopters for over 4,000 hours and decided to get some fixed wing experience. Since he found it easier to take his family traveling in the Cherokee than a $2 million helicopter, he decided to partner up with me and use the airplane for business and pleasure. He will have his fixed wing CFI, CFII and commercial licenses, along with an ATP license for rotary, so he will also be able to train others in the Cherokee.
Additionally, we have made the decision to transition the airplane to Cactus Aviation. Cactus is also based out of Henderson Executive and they have offices in the main terminal. Feel free to drop into their offices anytime. The Cherokee fits really well into their flight line of several other Piper airplanes. It makes for a great IFR platform and is great for those weekend family get-a-ways. It will rent for $119 wet. Visit www.cactuslv.com for more information.
Finally, it is in for its annual inspection. We have a great mechanical giving it an extremely thorough review, fixing some squawks, and making sure it is still one of the best training, business and recreational airplanes in Las Vegas!