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Let Me Down Easy
Emergency Glide is a valuable tool to give the pilot some breathing room to troubleshoot in the air and have the controlled descent handled by the EFIS.
Magic Configurations
Designers are continually trying to create new and better machines that will outperform and outsell what is currently available.
Second Chance Six
Part 11: Starting to wire my Advanced Flight Systems panel, installing a new fuel selector and more!
In Case You Missed It
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Dave Martin introduces us to the Gobosh factory-built Light Sport Aircraft (SLSA) from Poland. Positioned at the luxury end of the LSA spectrum, there are two models: the all-metal G700S and the composite G800 XP, each of which includes standard six-pack instrumentation and leather seats.
Homebuilt Aircraft Directory 2016
Over 1000 kits and plans listed. Introduction by Paul Dye, compiled by Omar Filipovic
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Shopping for a new airplane is never easy and there is much to consider. This article details one mans purchase decision, as he systematically weighs the pros and cons of various designs and ultimately decides on the Flight Design CT; by Dave Martin.