Jerry Folkerts
Jerry Folkerts is a retired Air Force colonel. He’s built/restored four Experimental aircraft and is the designer of the Pedal RV, an all- aluminum children’s pedal plane.
Matching a Tailwheel to the Terrain
The right tailwheel can keep you out of trouble in the backcountry.
The Palm Grove Grew
You may recall a single palm tree in Homebuilt Camping last year. This year, the palm grove has expanded to three—all lit every evening...
Murphy Resurgent
Darryl Murphy’s airplane company has a new owner and a new push for backcountry relevance.
In Case You Missed It
How Skin Condition Affects Aircraft Performance
In the last few editions of Wind Tunnel, we looked at how changes to...
Buying a Used Homebuilt: Budget, Mission, and Skill
Be sure to consider budget, mission, experience, insurance, and training.
