Editor’s Log

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Editor Mary Bernard introduces the new “Build It Better” series by Paul Dye and praises Kitfox Aircraft for its ongoing development efforts.

What’s New

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MGL Avionics announces its new XTreme EMS engine monitoring system, the RANS S-19 Venterra has joined the FAA’s official 51% eligibility list, and Wicks Aircraft Supply adds a new Dual XGPS150 universal Bluetooth Receiver to its product lineup.

Capturing Air-to-Air Shots

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Marc Cook reflects on the years of on-the-job lessons he learned while formation flying and shooting air-to-air photography.

Inside KITPLANES: How We Do Aerial Photography

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Marc Cook explains the nuts-and-bolts of how we achieve the aerial photography that appears in the magazine, and offers a few pointers on how to capture your own plane in flight.

Unusual Attitude

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Doug Reeves, creator of the Van’s Air Force web site, shares his personal philosophy about what it takes to fly safely and responsibly.

The Dawn Patrol

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Dick and Sharon Starks mix it up with the “big boys” and draw their own crowd at Oshkosh AirVenture 2011.

Alternative Energies

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Dean Sigler was on location at this year’s Green Flight Challenge in Santa Rosa, California, and he offers a report.

Light Stuff

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Ready to jump into gyroplanes? Roy Beisswenger explains the options available and the regulations for this exciting segment of aviation.

Free Flight

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Expecting your avionics software to be free of bugs is unrealistic, but there is a way to avoid being bitten.

Guest Editorial

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KITPLANES® publisher Cindy Pedersen bids readers a fond farewell as she embarks on a new journey—retirement.

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Holler, Holler, Let’s All Solder (Part 1)

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OK, I’ll admit it. Back in the fifth grade my parents gave me a...

Kit Stuff

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Drawing on experience; by cartoonist Robrucha.

Down to Earth

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When something doesn’t feel (or sound) right, trust your gut and stay on the ground. A stuck valve recently demonstrated this lesson to Amy Laboda.

Experimental Audio Panels: Sophisticated, Integrated

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PS Engineering and Garmin have kit-focused audio systems for under $2000. They have generous feature sets and high-end audio quality.