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Soaring with Sonex
Sonex Designer John Monnett returns to the motorglider scene with the two-place Xenos.
Gyroplane Safety
by Ralph Taggart
Most sport gyroplanes aren't beautiful or even cute, but there is no denying that they have a certain magnetic appeal. If you...
Metal Workshop Setup
KITPLANES Magazine, March 2003 Every great homebuilt starts with a comfortable and efficient workshop.By Ken Scott So you've met the homebuilt airplane of your...
Homebuilt vs. Certified
Seemingly two peas in a pod are the GlaStar and its factory-built derivative, the OMF Symphony. We flew both of these wonderful two-seat aircraft to get a handle on what either FAR Part 23 certification or the freedom of homebuilding means to those facing such a delectable decision. By Ed Wischmeyer
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Vacuuming Connectors
Vacuum electrical connectors before installation to avoid difficult troubleshooting later.
The Little Bush Plane That Could
Amy Laboda takes a slow flight down Memory Lane. The rich history of the Kitfox over the last 25 years has had its challenges and happy endings.
Design Process: End Plates and Winglets
A wing produces a pressure difference between its upper and lower surface. The pressure...