Wind Tunnel
Youd think a V-tail would have much to offer over a conventional tail in both reduced drag and lower weight. But how does it really pan out?
Wind Tunnel
Today, monoplanes dominate, but biplanes came first. They had their advantages—and for some of today’s missions, they still do.
The STOL Equation
Barnaby Wainfan explains the challenges designers face in creating viable STOL aircraft.
Design Process: Airfoils
Once the size and planform of the wing have been determined, it’s time to choose (or design) the airfoil.
Cooling Outlet Design
The design must focus on sufficiently cooling the engine while minimizing drag.
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Ask the DAR
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25th Anniversary: Power Shift
From scrounging engines to building Experimental powerplants: Editor-in-Chief Marc Cook looks at the last 25 years in engine choices for homebuilders.
