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Ron Wanttaja

Ron Wanttaja
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Ron Wanttaja is a systems engineer, engaged in satellite orbit/constellation design and analysis, launch vehicle and onboard propulsion system trades, and operations concepts for space systems. He worked on the early design studies for the International Space Station.

Aging Aviators and Safety

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When is it time to hang up the helmet and goggles for the last time?

Light Sport Accidents: A Broader Look

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Experimental Light Sport Aircraft have a better safety record than traditional homebuilts.

Special Light Sport Airplane Accidents

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Some surprising results when compared to traditional Cessnas.

Turnbuckles for the 21st Century

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The MS series turnbuckle can eliminate conventional safety wiring.

Homebuilt Accidents: Reassurance

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Don’t let the statistics get you down.

Homebuilt Accidents: Passing the Engine Baton

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How does the Rotax 912 compare to traditional engines used in small homebuilts?

Homebuilt Accidents: Captains vs. Fledglings

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How does pilot experience affect the accident rate?

Homebuilt Accidents: Emergency Landings

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Pilot skills become critical when the engine quits.

Homebuilt Accidents: The Pilot’s Condition

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Bushy-tailed optional, bright-eyed mandatory.

ADS-B and the Little Guy

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ADS-B installation may be avoidable for many small homebuilts.

In Case You Missed It

Attaching Wingtips

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Use hinges instead of screws. By Mike Bullock.

Build Your Skills: Composites (Part 7)

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Author Bob Fritz explains how to set up a vacuum-bagging operation in your home shop, using readily available equipment and supplies, which will get you great results on small- to medium-size parts. The object is to mechanically squeeze out excess epoxy for a good-ratio part with maximum weight savings and strength.

My Ten Favorite Tools for Building

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A common question on the minds of potential builders is what kind of tools...

Missing Safety Wire

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The jam nut on this flap motor is required to be safety wired to...