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Truly possible to build plane within $5-8k budget?

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venividibxtchy

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I fully admit ignorance on this issue, and have much more to learn about aircraft in general, but I'm curious if it is truly possible to build a safe, general-purpose airplane within a $5-8k budget?

I spoke to someone who owns their own 1973 Grumman Traveler AA-5 that they fly cross-country, and they convinced me that with knowledge and careful investment that it is possible. I said I always had an interest in flying, and in owning or even learning to build my own plane, but I had written off the idea due to the expense (and difficulty). It always seemed like a pipe dream for me.

I appreciate his encouragement, but after browsing many classifieds, and plane kits, the prices seem to be much, much higher...

Any insight would be greatly appreciated.
 
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