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Jon Croke

Jon Croke
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As the founder of HomebuiltHELP.com, Jon Croke has produced instructional videos for Experimental aircraft builders for over 20 years. He has built (and helped others build) over a dozen kit aircraft of all makes and models. Jon is a private pilot and currently owns and flies a Zenith Cruzer.

RV-15 Excitement

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The biggest news of the show for the homebuilt crowd was the announcement that Van's is taking orders for the RV-15 wing kit, and...

Video Postcard From AirVenture 2025

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For our readers who couldn't be at AirVenture this year, here is a 360-degree view on opening day at AirVenture from midway down the...
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Medical Or No—You Could Still Fly

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Three ways to meet FAA medical requirements—BasicMed, Sport Pilot and more—could help you get back in the air. Here's what pilots need to know.

The Value of a Mentor, and Mentoring

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Building and flying a kit aircraft is a rare achievement—share your journey, mentor others, and strengthen the builder community.

Best of Both Worlds

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Can we convert a certified aircraft into an Experimental so we can get the freedoms we really want?

Buying an Unfinished Project

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There are plenty of things to look out for before committing to an unknown collection of parts and pieces from another fellow builder.

Where’s the Best Place To Build?

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You and your airplane kit deserve a comfortable workshop area for the many days of building that lie ahead. If you are a first-time...

Kitbuilding as Easy as Child’s Play

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Plane and simple.

Where Are the Instructions?

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Plane and simple.

Building the Affordaplane, Part 4

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What engine should be used in this project?

In Case You Missed It

Fabric Covering 101

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Lessons learned applying fabric to a Murphy Maverick.

Turnbuckles for the 21st Century

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The MS series turnbuckle can eliminate conventional safety wiring.

Maxing Out the Fun Factor

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For those who have experienced it, the fun of going on a flying trip...

Wind Tunnel

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VTOL flight modes.