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Scott "Sky" Smith

Scott "Sky" Smith
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Scott “Sky” Smith is a nationally recognized specialty insurance agent, insuring aircraft, boats and custom vehicles. A private, single- and multi-engine pilot with over 45 years of experience, he is also an aviation writer and speaker who has written for numerous aviation magazines and has authored several books. He is the author of: How to buy a Skymaster, How To Buy A Single-Engine Airplane, Ultimate Boat Maintenance Projects, and How To Build A Hot Tuner Car, published by MotorBooks International. He is a nationally recognized specialty insurance agent, insuring aircraft, boats and custom vehicles.

Uninsurable?

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The insurance market has changed for orphaned designs.

Thinking of Building an Aircraft But Need a Few Parts?

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A great way to find “normal” aircraft parts is to head out to the aviation “junk” or “salvage” yards and scrounge for as many...

Insurance And Training

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Just because you built it, doesn't mean you're ready to fly it. By Scott Sky Smith.

New to Homebuilding?

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With so many options available, how can you choose a kit aircraft to build? From financing to storage to operating costs (and don’t forget insurance), a few factors can point you to a project that will fit your needs. By Scott “Sky” Smith.

Homebuilt Aircraft Insurance

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Choosing insurance for your homebuilt can be a complex decision. Scott Smith breaks it down and explains what you need to keep your plane covered-at every stage.

In Case You Missed It

The Other Oshkosh

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Camp Scholler comes alive during AirVenture.

Record Opportunities

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Disqualified from flying under the U.K.s strict aeromedical requirements, Steve Wood has nonetheless made a life of piloting his own airplane and promoting aviation while acquiring numerous world records along the way.

Ask the DAR

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Night VFR in an ELSA, flying from the right seat, ELSA certification for an original design.

Building the ‘Beater – Part 6

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As promised, Lycoming delivered the Thunderbolt engine in December to Vertical Aviation. Since this...