Miles Versus Knots

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To put it politely, we were recently taken to task for using mph instead of knots when reporting on an aviation speed record because,...

The Decision to Polish

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To quote a friend, “When you paint, the aircraft will never look better than when it leaves the paint shop. When you polish, it...

Risky Business: Checklists

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Giving the madness method.

Free Flight

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Modern avionics, knowledge of the weather, a sturdy airframe and a cell phone make cross-country trips less of a gamble.

Experimotive

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Necessity is the mother of invention, and the Corvair engine for aircraft has inspired a host of innovative aftermarket solutions. By Rick Lindstrom.

Flying Tired

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It had been a long, cold night.

Sebring at Seven

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Now in its seventh year, the Light Sport Aircraft Expo, which gathers enthusiasts together each spring in Sebring, Florida, is still going strong. By Dave Martin.

Alternate Pitch Control

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When elevator control is lost, there are ways to get the plane on the ground safely using power and trim.

A Tale of Two Kits

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What a difference a few years make. Paul Dye discusses the evolution of kits, using the two he built (Van’s RV-8 and RV-3) as examples.

Free Flight

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Paul Dye visits the hallowed halls of flight and reflects on the bond that exists between aviators past and present.

In Case You Missed it

Avgas Next Steps

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It had to happen. Ever since leaded automotive fuel was phased out in the...

Firewall Forward Video Series Introduction

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A new video series about the major firewall-forward tasks a new airplane builder needs to know.

2022 Aircraft Lighting Buyer’s Guide

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Modern aircraft lighting for the modern homebuilt.

The Proof Is in the Putting

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