And there have been many such accidents over the years. The same slipperiness and light control forces that give Bonanzas their famed speed and handling characteristics also could lead to high-speed, loss-of-control accidents if a pilot was inattentive or not proficient. This is not to say that the Bonanza has been trouble free. Bigger than competing Mooneys, faster than competing Pipers, with great fit and finish and plush, tasteful interiors, it seems that the Bonanza's designers have simply gotten it right from day one. Over the years, the Bonanza has grown in size, engine power, and model designations, always preserving its well-earned niche. From its first appearance in 1947 as a smallish, all-metal four-seater with a distinctive, futuristic-looking V-tail, the airplane has been a leader in style, speed, handling qualities, and sales. For many pilots, the venerable Beechcraft Bonanza represents the ultimate piston single.
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