![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")
Broadcasting Outer Module – It’s ‘da BOM!
Levil Aviation has been building this little BOM (Broadcasting Outer Module) for a year now, and we think it is high time that we...
Last Seen in California…
When last we saw the Sling TSi four-seat cruiser, it was in the mountains outside Las Angeles, in California. This week, it showed up...
Three Seat AirCam – Not an April Fool's Joke!
As reported in a press release last week, AirCam is unveiling their new three-seater at Sun 'n Fun this week, and we got our...
Caracas to Lakeland in a Long-EZ
If you ever begin to take your freedom to fly for granted, you should meet homebuilder and Long-EZ pilot Rudolfo Lucca. Rudy landed his...
Chipper SS–Build it Under Part 103 or E/AB
Chipper Aerospace (a Belite Enterprises company) has introduced the Chipper SS (Single Seat) that can be built as either Part 103 or Experimental. The...
Florida Treasure Hunting
When most people think of searching for gold and booty in Florida, they naturally think that they are going to need a boat, and...
Breakfast in a Cup
The best kept secret for breakfast on the Sun 'n Fun grounds is the southern delicious "Breakfast in a Cup" crafted and sold at...
Designing the Perfect Paint Scheme Workshops at Sun 'n Fun 2019
During Sun 'n Fun 2019 Scheme Designers Owner and Chief Designer, Craig Barnett, will host three free workshops where participants can learn critical guidelines...
IFR Into Sun 'n Fun
Monday is usually a busy adventure for the folks at Homebuilt Parking at Sun 'n Fun. Homebuilt drivers will descend on the field in...
Zenith Presentations at Sun 'n Fun 2019
The Sun'n Fun Fly-In and Expo is a great opportunity to learn more about building and flying your own aircraft. Staff from Zenith Aircraft...
In Case You Missed It
Design Process: Cantilever Wings
Last month we began our discussion of the structural layout of the wing with...
Ask the DAR
This month our DAR answers questions about the size and placement requirements for N numbers on Experimental aircraft.
