The Mooney M20 Ovation is one of the fastest single-engine pistons available, cruising at 175 knots with a range of over 1,000 nautical miles. Its sleek, low-drag airframe rewards pilots who value speed and efficiency, making it an excellent choice for long cross-country trips at roughly $340 per hour.
Costs are estimates and vary based on fuel prices, annual flight hours, maintenance programs, insurance, hangar fees, and region. The low end reflects direct operating costs; the high end includes fixed costs amortized over ~200 flight hours per year.