Michel Suire

Author Chuck Deiterich details how to build your own simple but effective visual glideslope indicator using common household construction materials.

A closer look at the “Version 1.5” Sportsman.

Sage philosopher and aviation nut Uncle Ishmael explains how, for about the price of a 4-year-old Ford pickup truck, you can own a serviceable homebuilt aircraft. Youll probably have to forgo anything certified, and hone your scrounging skills, but when all is said and done, isn't getting up in the air flying better than sitting on the ground dreaming?

Talking on the communication radio in your homebuilt aircraft requires a simple push-to-talk (PTT)...