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Jim Weir

Jim Weir
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Jim Weir is the chief avioniker at RST Engineering. He answers avionics questions in the Internet newsgroup www.pilotsofamerica.com–Maintenance. His technical advisor, Cyndi Weir, got her Masters degree in English and Journalism and keeps Jim on the straight and narrow. Check out their web site at www.rst-engr.com/kitplanes for previous articles and supplements.

Aero ‘lectrics

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That’s why we call them sparkies.

Aero ‘lectrics

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Lights on the radiator.

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Flying the pattern.

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Star Wars or Vizz Wars?

Vizz-War: A little Drop’ll Do Ya

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So, you've got your pretty airplane all fitted out with antennas. In metal ships, you've bolted them to the exterior of the airframe* and...

Aero ‘lectrics

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The Romex Ranger.

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If you want to keep your paint and other supplies from freezing next winter, try this relay and heater (made to work in conjunction with last month’s temperature sensor project).

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Next winter, keep your aviation supplies from freezing with this DIY temperature sensor.

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Repairing a malfunctioning headset may be not only inexpensive, but completely doable.

Aero ‘lectrics

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Make the scene at your next airshow with a homemade aircraft band antenna, state and national flags, and an aircraft data sheet that gives spectators the vital statistics on your aircraft.

In Case You Missed It

Homebuilt Accidents: Evaluating Engines

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Statistics show traditional certified engines have the best reliability.

Coming to a Theater Near You

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The Dawn Patrol helps build an S.E.5a for a movie.

Dealing With Off-Nominal: Part 2

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What to do when the engine has “quit.”

Going for Gold

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Darwin Barrie’s RV-7 takes the prize at AirVenture.