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Don Ledger

Don Ledger
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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

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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

Stressing Structure

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Load distributions, part 1.

Light Stuff

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In an aviation segment where rentals are generally not an option, acquiring your own aircraft may be the way to go. There are deals to be had, if you know where to look. By Roy Beisswenger.

Lay It on Thick

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Fumed silica thickens epoxy to the perfect consistency for gluing.

Engine Theory: Direct vs. Geared

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Direct vs. geared drive-one of aviations great debates.