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Brand refreshes, new digital platforms, and expanded editorial investments follow a transitional year for the company’s aviation portfolio.
Zenith Announces 34th Annual Fly-In Event
Open Hangar Days include hands-on workshops and educational seminars.
Zenith Aircraft Workshop Class and Fly‑In Gathering in Michigan
Hands‑on Zenith kit workshop and fly‑in set for October 10–11, 2025, in Howell, Michigan.
BACE Sonex Xenos Electric Rolls Out in Bremerton
EAA Chapter 406 celebrates first flight of student-built electric motor-glider at Bremerton National Airport.
Stoelting Just Aircraft/Highlander
Wade Stoelting’s backcountry Highlander, built from scratch, is now soaring over Montana's wilderness on hunting and fishing missions.
KITPLANES Flies the RV-15!
Paul Dye flies the RV-15 prototype and shares first impressions of Van’s high-wing backcountry design.
Pylon Racing Seminar Wraps with 60 Pilots Certified for National Championship...
The National Championship Air Races completed its first Roswell-based Pylon Racing Seminar, certifying 60 pilots across six classes ahead of the September event.
Zenith Fly Into Summer is June 21st
The “Fly In to Summer” open house and fly-in will take place at the central Missouri kit-aircraft factory on Saturday, June 21
In Case You Missed It
Down To Earth
The founders of the Solar Impulse Project build on their successes with a planned around-the-world flight and a stopover at the Paris Air Show. By Amy Laboda.
2012 Plansbuilt Buyer’s Guide
The 2012 Plansbuilt Buyer’s Guide features 138 designs for those who prefer the challenge of building an aircraft from scratch.
The Effects of Ignition Advance on Cylinder Head Temperature, Speed, and Efficiency
If a little is good, more is better, and too much should be just about right. Not!