Paul Dye
Paul Dye has been the Editor-in-Chief and Editor at Large. He retired as a Lead Flight Director for NASA’s Human Space Flight program, with 50 years of aerospace experience on everything from Cubs to the Space Shuttle. An avid homebuilder, he began flying and working on airplanes as a teen and has experience with a wide range of construction techniques and materials. He flies an RV-8 and SubSonex jet that he built, an RV-3 that he built with his pilot wife, as well as a Dream Tundra and an electric Xenos motorglider they completed. Currently, they are building an F1 Rocket. A commercially licensed pilot, he has logged over 6000 hours in many different types of aircraft and is an A&P, FAA DAR, EAA Tech Counselor and Flight Advisor; he was formerly a member of the Homebuilder’s Council. He consults and collaborates in aerospace operations and flight-testing projects across the country.
Oshkosh Diary: Where Does the Day Go?
OK, so it Wednesday, and time to start thinking about return weather. Not planning to leave until Friday morning, but it’s a good idea...
Oshkosh Diary: It Was Tuesday
Vendor visiting, and photographing details of F1 Rockets in the afternoon.
Oshkosh Diary: Let’s Get Busy!
0900 - the show begins! I made my first stops in the kit manufacturer area to greet a few old friends and see what was new.
Oshkosh Diary: It Starts!
Four days after arriving in Oshkosh, we’re almost ready for the show. And, quite frankly, a bit tired out before it starts!
Oshkosh Diary: Practice Day
AirVenture itself is officially two days away, but that doesn’t mean that Wittman Field isn’t humming and full of people and airplanes.
It’s Ready For You!
They’ve updated the date under the Brown Arch, so it must be time for annual gathering in “the little drinking town with an airplane problem.”
In Case You Missed It
Wag-Aero Super Sport
The easy-to-build, high-wing Wag-Aero Super Sport CUBy combines the Cubs classic looks with modern technology and materials, increasing both maximum weight and payload. Using engines of up to 150 horsepower, the Cub offers great short-field performance, high roll rates and easy glideslope control-a great option for those who cant afford vintage prices.
Ask the DAR
Do I qualify as a Sport Pilot if I’m already a Private Pilot? Does the installation of skis constitute a major change? How can I get an N number? DAR Mel Asberry answers these questions.
One Step Drill and Tap
We use quite a few small machine screws in our homebuilt projects. These small...