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Tom Wilson

Tom Wilson
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Pumping avgas and waxing flight school airplanes got Tom into general aviation in 1973, but the lure of racing cars and motorcycles sent him down a motor journalism career heavy on engines and racing. Today he still writes for peanuts and flies for fun.
Peter Egan - Landings in America

Horizons Past And Present—Peter Egan

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A summer of open-cockpit adventures, from biplane fly-ins to Peter Egan’s cross-country Cub journey, capturing America low and slow.
flying hot

Flying Hot

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Summer heat can be more than uncomfortable—it can be dangerous. Smart planning, proper cooling, and a little altitude can keep you flying safely.
Aircraft Jacking Solutions

All Jacked Up

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Aircraft Jacking Solutions introduces ease and stability to lifting an airplane

AirVenture Postcards

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Highlights from AirVenture 2025 captured in photos by Tom Wilson.

Postcards From Oshkosh—Saturday

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Highlights from AirVenture 2025 captured in photos by Tom Wilson.
ezcowl

Cleaveland Tools: Cowling Install Tool

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Cleaveland Tool’s 3D-printed cowling fixture offers affordable, hands-free alignment for trimming and fitting—just $150 and shipping now.

Postcards From Oshkosh—Friday

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Highlights from AirVenture 2025 captured in photos by Tom Wilson.
Craig Saxton and deltahawk rv-14

Deltahawk And The RV-14: First Performance Numbers

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Saxton’s Deltahawk RV-14 achieves 27.5 mpg at 167 ktas cruise, retains handling, and promises lighter weight, climb, and power upgrades.
corvair distributor

FlyCorvair Debuts DFI Distributor and Prototype Prop

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The distributor is available to order now but the 2-speed propeller is a work in progress

Buzz Job – The Tosten Haptic Stick Grip

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Tosten’s prototype haptic stick grip buzzes to warn of stall, integrating touch-based feedback to angle-of-attack data.

In Case You Missed It

Spin Class

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Spin class.

MGL Infinity Singles

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MGL Avionics/Stratomaster has cut a nice swath through the EFIS and discrete-electronic-instrument world. The company’s ALT-1, from its Infinity Singles line, makes a good, low-cost backup altimeter with a surprising list of features. By Marc Cook.

The Proof Is in the Putting

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Putting it on the hangar roof and wiring it to the airplane, that is....

Letters

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 Older Builder's ScenarioA GA pilot retires at age 65 and hunts for something to...