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Humberd and his daughter using the 701 for some farm duty transportation. [All Images Credited to Jon Humberd]

Builder’s Spotlight

Jon Humberd - 0
Part 22 of an ongoing Zenith 750SD Xtreme build, pushing the design further into extreme STOL performance territory.
[Credit: Viking Aircraft Engines]

Editor’s Log

Randall Brink - 3
A wide-ranging look at the myriad engine choices facing today's homebuilt aircraft builders, designers, and pilots.
[Credit: Lisa Turner]

Last Bits

Lisa Turner - 0
Should you or shouldn't you.
Author Bill Wilson takes a break from measuring and cutting the Lexan windshield during his Onex build. [All Images Credit to Bill Wilson]

Think Like A Builder

Bill Wilson - 1
The right mindset makes the difference.
Andrew bought a Thorp T-18 project, which started him down the road to experimental aircraft project ownership and construction. [Credit: Andrew Robinson]

Winging It

Andrew Robinson - 0
Reflections on an aerospace career and writing.
[Credit: JetStream Rider]

2026 Avionics and Lights Buyer’s Guide

Randall Brink - 0
The Homebuilt market in 2026 has more choices In avionics and lighting than ever.
1936 Model 75 Boeing Stearman, s/n 003 now CF-TCQ. [Credit: Mike Davenport]

1936 Boeing Stearman Rebuild

Mike Davenport - 0
A 30-year restoration.
[Credit: Chat GPT]

Homebuilder’s Insurance

Kitplanes - 0
Insuring your aircraft investment.
Checking out East Tennessee scenery from the 701. [Credit: Jon Humberd]

Builder’s Spotlight

Jon Humberd - 0
Building them light enough to fly.
[Credit: AdobeStock]

Editor’s Log

Randall Brink - 0
The building and flying season ahead.
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In Case You Missed It

Buying a Used Homebuilt: Budget, Mission, and Skill

Dave Prizio - 0
Be sure to consider budget, mission, experience, insurance, and training.

Build Your Skills: Composites (Part 8)

Bob Fritz - 0
Last months installment in the Composites series detailed how to do vacuum-bagging of parts at home. This month author Bob Fritz discusses how to inexpensively build one critical component in that process: the vacuum pump.

Wind Tunnel

Barnaby Wainfan - 1
Thrust-line adjustment is a powerful tool for tailoring flying qualities, but it’s complicated.

Aero ‘lectrics

Jim Weir - 0
Staying current.
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