When I posted a similar introduction to the plane on the Pilots of America forum, I expected some congratulations, "fly safely" comments, and some "nice plane" comments. I also expected, "Hard to get parts for that" and "Should have gotten a 182" comments.
Well, there were NO negative comments at all. Not one. I won't share all with you, as some were just of the "congratulations" and "fly safely" variety. But some of them you might be interested to see, as they are coming from non-Commander owners:
"Love these planes! Congratulations.
I looked at 114's and 115's when I was in the process to upgrading from my 172.
These planes just look like a plane "should" look. Love the trailing link landing gear...
I may get beat down for this comment but I think these are amongst the best looking GA SE aircraft ever made."
"Nice!"
"sweeeeet!"
"Yes, they are excellent looking planes, and the roomiest of them all. It's like flying first-class all the way!"
"Nice looking example! I have long coveted a ride in one. My old C150 partner and I agreed the Commander was our 'if I won the Jackpot' airplane. It reminds me of a Pipcomvikinger."
"Nice!"
"Gorgeous plane.
I think those are the best looking GA planes available."
"Nice. Never flown an AC but always liked them. Good looking, high stance, trailing link gear, plenty of room."
"Mine too Greg. Some friends came to a fly in in a 112 years ago and I fell in love with the airframe. After a bit of digging - I decided the 114 was my "hit the jackpot" airplane."
"I always thought those were cool looking planes."
"Like everyone else, I really like the way those look. Nice grab."
"Congratulations! And did you really intend to be an a-hat and post all the pictures to make us jealous?"
"Very nice! The Commander singles are among the best looking GA planes ever.
Hot Shot 112 is on my list."
"Love those planes. Congrats on the deal. I still remember seeing one for the first time as a teenager working at the airport fueling it up. Instantly fell in love with it."
"Nice, one of the best built SEL airplanes out there, and comfortable as well,..."
"Commanders are beautiful planes."
A friend of mine who owns a Cirrus SR22 posted this on my Facebook page:
"Oh my gosh absolutely gorgeous, Gerry. Now you need a name for her. Did I say she's a gorgeous plane? Congratulations!"
In another forum, the same friend wrote:
"I am so THRILLED for you. The plane is drop-dead gorgeous, and a retract! Can't believe it. ... Did I say your plane is GORGEOUS?"
I'm sure you all got similar comments, but it IS really something to see and hear the comments and compliments we get on these planes.
Happy to be a Commander owner!
Gerry
