New-to-me Arrow

I finally got the chance to take my first flight yesterday morning as the owner of my 1972 Arrow II. It was a little hazy and I had some anxiety about being in my own airplane for the first time, so I kept the flight short. But, I am looking forward to getting to know my new airplane.

Jim M.
PA-28R-200
Based at BUU
ATC Chicago TRACON

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  • Thanks for posting the pic, Jim. The paint job looks A+, very nice!

    Scott Sherer
    Wright Brothers Master Pilot, FAA Commercial Pilot
    Aviation Director, Piper Owner Society Forum Moderator and Pipers Author.

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  • Very nice paint job !
    She looks brand new .

    Paulo Hatschbach
    Private Pilot

  • Welcome! I strongly agree with your statement,”Getting to know my new airplane.” I was in the same situation in my “new to me Archer II” a few months ago. It takes some time to “trust” the aircraft...

  • You aren’t too far from my home, KFGX, Northeastern KY.

  • Not too far, currently at BUU, Burlington, WI, but still searching for a hangar, so I’ll probably wind up someplace else.

    Jim M.
    PA-28R-200
    Based at BUU
    ATC Chicago TRACON

  • Oh sorry! I looked up N number..previous owner!

  • Previous location in Tennessee.

  • Welcome.

    Paul

    1963 Cherokee 180 B.

  • Jim,
    Have you called all of the hangar owners at BUU? I'll be back there on the weekend, I know a couple of guys that rent out 1/2 of their hangar. I'll check for you.

    Scott Sherer
    Wright Brothers Master Pilot, FAA Commercial Pilot
    Aviation Director, Piper Owner Society Forum Moderator and Pipers Author.

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  • I talked to everyone I could find on the bulletin board in the terminal and Spring City, to no avail. But, I found a hangar at JVL that is month-to-month. I live about halfway between Janesville and Burlington, so this will work fine for the time being. I appreciate all your help so far, though!

    Jim M.
    PA-28R-200
    Based at BUU
    ATC Chicago TRACON

  • Ok, good to hear! Thanks for the update :)

    Scott Sherer
    Wright Brothers Master Pilot, FAA Commercial Pilot
    Aviation Director, Piper Owner Society Forum Moderator and Pipers Author.

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  • Congratulations on the new airplane in your life! I know all about getting to know a new one! I have 13 hours in a new to me Cherokee 140! Hope you find a permanent home for your new baby!

    Rich Denton
    President
    EAA Chapter 175

  • Jim,
    I'm back from Denver and I'm able to look for a hangar for you. Do you want me to? Let me know. Also, I don't think this will help, but there are hangars available at Batton Airport in Racine. I have a 50% chance of finding one at Burlington.

    Scott Sherer
    Wright Brothers Master Pilot, FAA Commercial Pilot
    Aviation Director, Piper Owner Society Forum Moderator and Pipers Author.

    Need help? Let me know!

  • Scott,

    I just signed a lease on a Hangar in Janesville this morning and flew the plane over and put her in her new home. I am going to see how it goes this winter and then re-evaluate in the spring. Thank you though!

    I’ll post some more pictures shortly!

    Jim M.
    PA-28R-200
    Based at BUU
    ATC Chicago TRACON

  • First cockpit selfie, and 1DB in her new hangar.


    Jim M.
    PA-28R-200
    Based at BUU
    ATC Chicago TRACON

  • Rich,

    I have been following your adventure! You have about 12 hours more than me in the “new airplane” logbooks. I am thinking that you might know yours slightly more intimately....at least from the firewall forward!

    Jim M.
    PA-28R-200
    Based at BUU
    ATC Chicago TRACON

  • Interior appears to be in great condition.

  • These are great pics, Jim! What a great paint job!

    Scott Sherer
    Wright Brothers Master Pilot, FAA Commercial Pilot
    Aviation Director, Piper Owner Society Forum Moderator and Pipers Author.

    Need help? Let me know!

  • Couple more pictures. Flew up to Green Bay, WI this morning to have some time to play with the KSN 770, shoot a practice approach, and take some pictures along the way.




    Jim M.
    PA-28R-200
    Based at BUU
    ATC Chicago TRACON

  • Great pics! :)

    Scott Sherer
    Wright Brothers Master Pilot, FAA Commercial Pilot
    Aviation Director, Piper Owner Society Forum Moderator and Pipers Author.

    Need help? Let me know!

  • Thanks Jim! Beautiful bird you have there! Glad you found it a new home.....
    I definitely know more about my new to me plane than I ever dreamed I would!!!
    I was a Jet Engine Mechanic in the Air Force for six years, I’m trying to figure out how I can install a Jet on my 140 :# LOL it was my first time turning wrenches on such a small aircraft with a prop! (Under direct supervison of an A&P) it was truly a learning experience and incredibly satisfying, so much so that I am currently looking for a new project plane!

    Rich Denton
    President
    EAA Chapter 175

  • Anyone that follows 310Pilot on YouTube, I had a Cameo 21 minutes into his latest video!

    Also, a few pictures I took cloud surfing across Wisconsin last week

    Jim M.
    PA-28R-200
    Based at BUU
    ATC Chicago TRACON

  • Nice picture taking, Jim. Thanks so much.

    Scott Sherer
    Wright Brothers Master Pilot, FAA Commercial Pilot
    Aviation Director, Piper Owner Society Forum Moderator and Pipers Author.

    Need help? Let me know!

  • That's a pretty Arrow!!!

    I love to defy gravity!
    1979 Arrow IV

  • Great Pics...enjoy your new bird...

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