Don Ledger, Author at KITPLANES

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Don Ledger is a private pilot, homebuilder and writer living in Nova Scotia. His current homebuilt project is a CP 328-Super Emeraude, which he hopes to have flying in the next couple of years. He is the author of several books, including one on the SwissAir crash in Nova Scotia, written from a pilot's perspective.

Straight Floats to Amphibs

Don Ledger - April 8, 2011 0

Fed up with the restrictions of being able to land on water only, builder Mervin Zinck came up with a design to add retractable gear to his floats. By Don Ledger.

In Case You Missed It

Final Steps to Flight

Paul Dye - March 24, 2021 0

Part 4: Overhauling Your Own Lycoming

Mike and Laura Starkey’s RANS S-21: Part 1

Laura Starkey - May 26, 2020 3

Part 1: foundations of the build.

The STOL Equation

Barnaby Wainfan - November 21, 2011 0

Barnaby Wainfan explains the challenges designers face in creating viable STOL aircraft.

Build It Better: Building to Requirements

Paul Dye - September 20, 2012 0

It can be tough to keep a homebuilt project from ballooning out of control when so many tempting innovations and extras catch your eye along the way. Having a specific vision from the outset can help keep things on track.