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.

Buying Used: Long-EZ

LeRoy Cook - July 24, 2020 7

Construction workmanship varies greatly, so it pays to have experienced eyes look over your temptation before you succumb to its charms.

Buying Used: Kitfox

LeRoy Cook - April 30, 2020 3

Always in high demand, be ready to act fast when you find one you like.

Build It Right: Belting Your Homebuilt

LeRoy Cook - March 24, 2020 0

Thinking about restraints while building is easier than fixing substandard ideas later on.

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.

In Search of the Perfect Landing

LeRoy Cook - November 16, 2018 0

It's simple, basically.

Propeller Buyer’s Guide

LeRoy Cook - November 16, 2018 0

There's a perfect prop for every plane.

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Learning How to Drag Your Tail

LeRoy Cook - October 14, 2015 2

Making the transition from trigear to tailwheels.

Building the Bearhawk LSA

Ken Scott - August 17, 2018 0

Fleshing out the forward fuselage.

Turnbuckles for the 21st Century

Ron Wanttaja - September 22, 2023 1

The MS series turnbuckle can eliminate conventional safety wiring.

Accessory Stacking To Mill an Arc

Bob Hadley - March 24, 2024 1

Securely holding small parts for machining is always a challenge. The solution may be...