For Bonanza owners looking to step up to the world of light twins, the Baron has always been a logical choice. On the other hand, without the right transition and recurrent training, any Baron can be a handful. Still, we can’t think of many light twins that impress both passengers and pilots alike.
With large rear cargo/entry doors, it’s a passenger-friendly ride with decent comfort for long trips. In Beechcraft tradition, the Baron 58 has a solid feel and excellent handling. The other thing the Baron has going for it is supportability because it won’t be tough to find a shop that can wrench one. But maintenance won’t be cheap and for many owners, neither will insurance. Still, when it all comes together, the Baron 58 delivers big on owner satisfaction and capability.