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LeRoy Cook

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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

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Finding the right prop.

When It’s Time to Throw That Landing Away

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How to go around safely.

Fly the High Road or the Low Road?

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How to choose the right altitude for every flight.

Whisper X350 Gen II

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Fast, sleek cruiser from motorglider origins.

Choosing Plumage for Your Homebuilt

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

Propeller Buyer’s Guide

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There's a perfect prop for every plane.

In Search of the Perfect Landing

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It's simple, basically.

Going Retractable

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The ups and downs of retractable gear.

Belite Chipper

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Economy two-seat flying for STOL and cruising.

Coming Back

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Returning to the cockpit after a long absence.

In Case You Missed It

Zenith 750 Cruzer

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Zenith 750 Cruzer: Civilizing the 750 for the asphalt crowd.

Light Stuff

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The state of Oregon has a new law that mandates using ethanol in all auto fuel, potentially affecting thousands of pilots, especially owners of most of todays Light Sport Aircraft powered by the ubiquitous Rotax 912 engine. It may not be too late to take action against similar legislation that could be brewing in your state; by Dave Martin.

Around the Patch

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Editor-in-Chief Marc Cook reflects on the past years celebration of KITPLANES first quarter century, and finds that predictions for the next 25 years don't come easily.

Safety Is No Accident: Zenith

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Ron Wanttaja examines the accident data for two of Zenith Aircrafts most popular designs, the CH 601 and CH 701.