![Making rare use of my drafting tools for the internal timing. [All Images Credited to Andrew Robinson]](https://www.kitplanes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/P1010535.jpg?w=534&h=462&crop=1 "Conquering the Magneto, Part 2")
![The integrated ECLIPSE NG features a very sunlight readable display that shows the engine and all flight data organized in one or more pages. [Credit: Fielden Aero LLC]](https://www.kitplanes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/1_Screenshot_.jpg?w=265&h=198&crop=1 "FLYBOX Avionics")
![[Credit: Radiant Technology]](https://www.kitplanes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/550095_5165745cc27748a598699799d796fd94mv2.jpg?w=265&h=198&crop=1 "Radiant Technology Unveils SafeGyro")
![[Credit: Dynon]](https://www.kitplanes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/EMS-stand-alone_HDX.png?w=265&h=198&crop=1 "Dynon Unveils Scalable Engine Monitoring for Kitbuilders")
![Aircraft control surface designs may include counterweights to offset and eliminate flutter. The counterweights should not be eliminated to save weight. [Credit: Kitplanes Archive]](https://www.kitplanes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/kitfox-s7-sti-04.jpg?w=265&h=198&crop=1 "Weight and Flutter")
Garmin News from Sun ‘n Fun 2025
A new CO detector and expanded capabilities for the GTR 205 that add audio-panel functions inside the com radio.
Pioneer Control Grips Debuts Bravo and Classic Models
Pioneer Control Grips introduces Bravo and Classic stick grips—simple to fully customizable—at Sun ’n Fun 2025.
Affordable STOL: Top Rudder Ruckus
Affordable, trailerable STOL aircraft debuts at Sun ’n Fun 2025 with 100-hp performance and $40K build cost.
Dynon Corgi Servos
Dynon Avionics showed off its new Corgi electric servos designed for trim and other applications.
Pure Medical Brings New Oxygen Solution to Aircraft
Pure Medical adapts the Inogen Rove 6 for aircraft, delivering tank-free oxygen to homebuilders at Sun ’n Fun.
Simonini Victor 2 Super: A New Life for a European Two-Stroke...
Simonini’s Victor 2 Super may be the long-awaited U.S. alternative to the retired Rotax 582.
Affordable Flying Expo Announced
Affordable Flying Expo will feature vendors, affordable aircraft, and demo rides—without the airshows.
Game Day
Opening day at Sun ’n Fun brings familiar faces, fog, fanfare—and a whole lot of flying machines.
MOSAIC Update at Sun ’n Fun Signals Shift for Light Sport...
MOSAIC update at Sun ’n Fun outlines performance-based LSA changes with FAA ratification possible by August.
Rocket Bob Flies His RV-12 to Sun ’n Fun
Rocket Bob flies his RV-12 to Sun ’n Fun after a journey from the Marines to rocket science.
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This Puddle We Play In
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All About Avionics
Having worked with a variety of products from various manufacturers, author Stein Bruch has a lot of wisdom on the ins and outs of electronic flight instrument systems (EFISes) for homebuilts. He dispenses those smarts here, and offers tips on what to consider when making this important avionics decision, including such items as compatibility, reliability, value and ease of installation.
Overheating and Intermittent Electrical Problems
I find that overheating and intermittent electrical gremlins are some of the toughest problems...