Omar Filipovic
A pilot since 1995, Omar is building a GlaStar in Portland, Oregon while also acting as president and janitor of the Glasair Aircraft Owners Association.
News Brief Video: Glasair Sportsman TC Introduced
The turbocharged, carbon-fiber-bodied Sportsman TC.
Roadable Glasair Sportsman?
The Plane Driven web site has announced the completion and flight testing of a fly/drive version of the Glasair Sportsman 2+2 kit aircraft called...
Video Brief: Europa Monowheel
KITPLANES' exclusive video highlighting the Europa Monowheel built by Kim Prout. His Europa is one of the highest-time examples in the U.S., and amply shows off the superb combination of agility and utility.
TCM’s New Diesel Project
TCM said more than a year ago that it wanted to get an aerodiesel into its product line and now it has one. The company bought diesel technology already developed from a European source and is forging ahead with its own program.
UL Power’s Unique Lightweight Engine
Aircraft engine development isn't exactly a major growth industry, but we do see new products from time to time. At Sun 'n Fun, KITPLANES editor Marc Cook talked to Gus Warren about the unique, lightweight UL Power engine for LSAs and kit airplanes.
Dynon Skyview
Dynon introduces the Skyview system and we talk with Nick Bogner about its current and future capabilities. The system is based on 10" and 7" screens, and prices start at $3,900.
Product Minute: Garmin G3X
In this exclusive KITPLANES video, we get the low down on the new Garmin G3X with synthetic vision.
Kitplanes Newsline Launched
Spring has sprung, and airshow season is upon us. Even if you can’t make Sun ‘n Fun this year, follow all the action...
Factory Tour: CubCrafters’ Carbon Cub EX
CubCrafters' Carbon Cub EX may look old-timey on the outside, but it's high-tech on the inside, not just in the materials used but in the production processes.
AeroConversions Introduces AeroInjector
This just in from AeroConversions:
"Sonex Aircraft, LLC is pleased to announce another new enhancement to the popular AeroConversions AeroCarb product line with the introduction...
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Cracked Landing Gear Weldment
Landing gear sockets should be checked regularly for those who fly off of grass...
Dan Parker and the Altitude Airplane
Dan Parker was just another enthusiast looking to make his mark in aviation with some kind of crazy, notable project. Then he came across the Facet Opel, current altitude record holder, and the race was on. Since then, hes been working on his airplane full time, hoping to break the existing record, and along the way hes come up with some innovative and exceptionally efficient building and design practices.
Aero ‘lectrics
Columnist Jim Weir offers his annual awards for the best products or services seen at Oshkosh/AirVenture 2007.
