Homebuilt Aircraft Directory Consider a Plansbuilt Project John M. Larsen compares building a plans project to assembling a kit. 2005 Plans Aircraft Directory We list aircraft that can be built from plans (M-Z); compiled by Julia Downie. 2005 Plans Aircraft Directory We list aircraft that can be built from plans (A-M); compiled by Julia Downie. Plans Company Cross-Reference Subject: homebuilt, directories Builder Spotlight Perfect Symmetry Fourteen years in the making, this unique gem was worth the wait; by Ed Wischmeyer. Completions Builders share their successes with our readers. Shop Talk Gas Welding for the Non-Welder, Part II In the conclusion of this series, Scott Laughlin advises on achieving a solid weld. Aero 'Lectrics Install a Roadie satellite radio in your homebuilt; by Jim Weir. Engine Beat The second generation of rotary engines is introduced to the homebuilt market; by Ed Wischmeyer. Designer's Notebook Wind Tunnel Flying on the dark side of the curve; by Barnaby Wainfan. Exploring Around the Patch Adding a little personality; by Brian E. Clark. What's New The Sportsman 2+2 adds Montana Amphibs; edited by Brian E. Clark. Making the Sport-Pilot Decision To fly in the new down-scale mode: That is the question; by Dave Martin. Designer Spotlight Zenair's Chris Heintz has the innovation and forthrightness to achieve success; by Tim Kern. Attitude Adjustment Autopilots can lend a hand when the going gets touch; by Dave Higdon. Light Stuff This pioneer in the ultralight industry is still going strong; by Dan Johnson. Kit Bits Letters List of Advertisers Builders' Marketplace The Classified Builder Kit Stuff Drawing on experience; by cartoonist Robrucha.
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