The V tail has evolved through numerous versions from the first prototype of 1945 and from time to time has been embroiled in its fair share of controversy regarding the strength of its unusual empennage configuration.

From the Cockpit

Introducing Our New Series Outlining the History, Flying Characteristics & Market Values of General Aviation Most Interest/NG Aircraft

The Beechcraft 33/35 Debonair & Bonanza

Two factors more than any others appear to directly affect a used light aeroplane’s market price and operating or hire costs – vintage and equipment (in particular avionics).

Just as it used to be polished silver and pristine, this Bonanza 35 is about to depart in the hands of its proud new owner from Beech’s giant Wichita facility, circa 1947.

Whereas in the area of high-performance singles, when it comes to the name of Beechcraft, the A36 Bonanza is the best known to the contemporary Australian GA pilot, some of the best value flying that this writer has done has been in older four seat Beechcrafts, namely a 833 Debonair and the E33A Bonanza.

This content is available exclusively to Australian Aviation members.
Login
Become a Member
To continue reading the rest of this article, please login.

or

To unlock all Australian Aviation magazine content and again unlimited access to our daily news and features, become a member today!
A monthly membership is only $5.99 or save with our annual plans.
PRINT
$49.95 for 1 year Become a Member
See benefits
  • Australian Aviation quarterly print & digital magazines
  • Access to In Focus reports every month on our website
PRINT + DIGITAL
$99.95 for 1 year Become a Member
$179.95 for 2 years Become a Member
See benefits
  • Unlimited access to all Australian Aviation digital content
  • Access to the Australian Aviation app
  • Australian Aviation quarterly print & digital magazines
  • Access to In Focus reports every month on our website
  • Access to our Behind the Lens photo galleries and other exclusive content
  • Daily news updates via our email bulletin
DIGITAL
$5.99 Monthly Become a Member
$59.95 Annual Become a Member
See benefits
  • Unlimited access to all Australian Aviation digital content
  • Access to the Australian Aviation app
  • Australian Aviation quarterly print & digital magazines
  • Access to In Focus reports every month on our website
  • Access to our Behind the Lens photo galleries and other exclusive content
  • Daily news updates via our email bulletin
You need to be a member to post comments. Become a member today!
Momentum Media Logo
Most Innovative Company
Copyright © 2007-2025 MOMENTUMMEDIA