LeRoy Cook, Author at KITPLANES

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Contributing Editor LeRoy Cook is an experienced journalist with writing credits in just about every aviation publication that counts. He brings a wealth of knowledge and perspective to his flight reviews.

2020 Propeller Buyer’s Guide

LeRoy Cook - January 28, 2020 1

Finding the right prop.

When It’s Time to Throw That Landing Away

LeRoy Cook - May 17, 2019 0

How to go around safely.

Fly the High Road or the Low Road?

LeRoy Cook - April 15, 2019 0

How to choose the right altitude for every flight.

Whisper X350 Gen II

LeRoy Cook - March 15, 2019 3

Fast, sleek cruiser from motorglider origins.

Choosing Plumage for Your Homebuilt

LeRoy Cook - February 14, 2019 1

A well-designed paint scheme is the perfect finishing touch for your plane.

Propeller Buyer’s Guide

LeRoy Cook - November 16, 2018 0

There's a perfect prop for every plane.

In Search of the Perfect Landing

LeRoy Cook - November 16, 2018 0

It's simple, basically.

Going Retractable

LeRoy Cook - June 14, 2018 2

The ups and downs of retractable gear.

Belite Chipper

LeRoy Cook - April 20, 2018 1

Economy two-seat flying for STOL and cruising.

Coming Back

LeRoy Cook - November 17, 2017 0

Returning to the cockpit after a long absence.

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In Case You Missed It

Ask the DAR

Mel Asberry - May 15, 2010 0

DAR Mel Asberry answers questions about when you need A&P signoff, re-certifying an airplane to make it an LSA (hint: cant be done) and pre-registration of an Experimental.

Vortex Generators and STOL Performance

Barnaby Wainfan - July 27, 2012 0

One way to solve the problem of flow separation—and stall—is by installing vortex generators on your kit aircraft.

Brittle Hose

Vic Syracuse - October 19, 2018 0

Burnt intake hose.

Buy, Buy, Buy

Ariana Rayment - August 9, 2023 1

Time to talk about the “parts” portion of my column tagline. I’ve been a...