Hartzell Buys WhirlWind
The consolidation of general aviation continues with the announcement today that Hartzell has purchased WhirlWind Propellers. Hartzell is actually part of a much larger...
Van’s Posts Video Update for March 2024
Van’s Aircraft posted a video update today on its progress through Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Among the high points offered by Greg Hughes...
CubCrafters Introduces the Crab Cub
Development never seems to stop at CubCrafters' Yakima, Washington, HQ. Its latest offering seen here in prototype form on the NX Cub platform is...
Hummingbird 300L Gets Gross Weight Increase
A gross weight increase for the Hummingbird helicopter to 2850 lb. The new gross weight provides 1000 lb. of useful load with full interior.
Lycoming Engines UL94 Valve Seat Recession Investigation Update
Lycoming Engines issued a press release regarding University of North Dakota's problem with the use of UL94 fuel in their fleet:
In June 2023, the...
ULPower Tempts Builders With “Shirts for a Snap” Micro Event
Mid-day Saturday found a small frenzy around the ULPower Engines booth. For several hours, their branded T shirts were being handed out for the...
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Editor-in-Chief Marc Cook discusses the mood at the annual AOPA gathering, where he found an upbeat vibe, cautious optimism about the FAAs pending homebuilding rules changes, and a positive announcement from Glasair Aviation.
The Home Machinist (Part 8)
In his continuing series, author Bob Fritz discusses the ins and outs of threads including how to avoid seizing, types of threads, sizing, drilling holes, using a tap-drill chart, and matching fastener dimensions.
The Home Machinist, Part 6
Paying attention to the working environment and maintaining machining tools in tip-top shape can yield a more polished finished product, while also making the fabrication process easier.