Mini-Max USA Relaunches to Carry Forward a Homebuilt Classic
Mini-Max USA relaunches to modernize its iconic aircraft kits, improve builder support, and preserve the legacy of this homebuilt aviation line.
Sonex Highwing Takes First Flight
Sonex Highwing completes its first flight; more testing and performance data to follow soon.
SilverLight Aviation to Debut Recon Airplane Kit at AirVenture 2025
SilverLight Aviation brings the all-new Recon airplane kit to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025—now available for order and tailored to U.S. pilot preferences.
Pylon Racing Seminar Wraps with 60 Pilots Certified for National Championship...
The National Championship Air Races completed its first Roswell-based Pylon Racing Seminar, certifying 60 pilots across six classes ahead of the September event.
How to Finish Snakeskin Wire Looms Neatly
Keep expandable tubing from fraying with this clean, secure lacing trick—learned from a truck mechanic and proven in countless homebuilt projects.
DIY Tail Stand for Taildraggers
A simple homemade tail stand helps level and secure your taildragger during engine installation.
Tame The Hose Clamp Tail for Safer Maintenance
A simple clamp-tail trick to save your skin—and maybe score points with judges—when securing EGT sensors.
Zenith Fly Into Summer is June 21st
The “Fly In to Summer” open house and fly-in will take place at the central Missouri kit-aircraft factory on Saturday, June 21
AirVenture Type Gatherings
Don't miss the type-specific gatherings at AirVenture Oshkosh — connect with fellow builders and pilots of your aircraft type.
Sonex Highwing First Engine Start
The Sonex Highwing prototype has completed its first engine run and is nearly ready for flight, targeting a debut at AirVenture 2025.

















