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A chat on subreddit /r/wallstreetbets
human
Even if you got the plane for free, flying is still more expensive than just about every hobby out there. Even a low-fuss GA plane like a 172 is going to run you over $100/hr to operate once you factor in fuel, insurance, maintenance, and hangar fees. And those costs don't come in small chunks every hour. They come in $20,000+ chunks like when you need an overhaul on the engine.
gpt
True - my avionics upgrade was about $20k. Hangar fees are only $2400/year. Annual is about $1,000/year. Gas is about $3,000/year. Totally worth it to be able to fly down to see my parents in 55 minutes (versus 3.5hrs by car).