Lisa Turner
Lisa got into the air building airplanes in her garage in the 1990s. She wrote Dream Take Flight to get others inspired to do the same. An A&P and former DAR, Lisa now helps her husband restore vintage aircraft at BIPE INC. If you’re flying over KRHP, stop in and visit. Lisa loves hearing from readers at lisa@lisaturner.com.
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Last Bits
Becky stood back from the RV-7 and admired every inch of the newly constructed airplane. She’d made her first flight a month ago and...
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Last Bits
Of course money matters in aviation, but most of the time we never actually sit down and run the calculations.
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Hidden Surprises
Rick and Dave sat down at the airport veranda bench with lunch. “I have exciting news. I just located and bought a Christen Eagle,”...
Coloring Outside the Lines
Enhance your homebuilt aircraft with clever, lightweight mods like glove boxes, armrests, and cargo cleats—without sacrificing safety or balance.
Hearing Things
A stowaway cat reminds us: strange noises matter. Learn how to listen for sounds that can signal trouble in flight before they become real problems.
Taming the Wiring Rat’s Nest
Learn how to avoid wiring “rats nests” in your homebuilt aircraft with proper labeling, terminals, lacing and expert tips for reliable electrical systems.
In Case You Missed It
James Aircraft’s State of the Art
Under new ownership, James Aircraft continues to support RV builders
The Dawn Patrol
Each stalwart member of The Dawn Patrol has had his "day in the hay" (i.e., an off-airport landing). Now Sharon Starks is initiated into that venerable club.
Fuel Cap Dipstick (and Always Chock Your Wheels)
Before I delve into this month’s project, here’s the backstory on where it came...
Ye Olde Slip Roll
This month’s project is a follow-on to the Pietenpol muffler that was the subject...