Alphabet Soup

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There's an old joke that says that Lycoming once made two identical engines - but nobody can prove that it did! The genesis for this humor is undoubtedly the special publication we reviewed in today’s engine class titled Lycoming Certificated Aircraft Engines, otherwise known as SSP-110-1.

Back to School!

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This week, we're at the Lycoming Engine Service School to learn about how the factory says they should be maintained, overhauled, and operated - and we hope to bring our readers along for the ride.

Bede Family Foundation Formed

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The Bede family announced the formation of a non-profit foundation to help introduce youth to the experimental aviation community. "We are excited to announce the...

Garmin unveils the next generation of all-in-one ADS-B transponders

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Garmin announced the GTX 345 and GTX 335 all-in-one ADS-B transponders that include Extended Squitter (ES) ADS-B Out with options for built-in WAAS, as well as dual-link ADS-B In. The GTX 345/335 integrate on a wide variety of current and legacy Garmin displays, including select G1000 Integrated Flight Decks.

EAA: FAA Authorization Bill Won’t Fix ATC Funding Problem, Creates New...

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The Aviation Innovation, Reform, and Reauthorization (AIRR) Act introduced in the House of Representatives today is being touted as a plan for the future of U.S. aviation, but it could create dire consequences for the future of personal recreational flying in our nation, according to the Experimental Aircraft Association.

Speaking of Kneeboards

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I normally fly with a compact, fabric kneeboard that wraps around my thigh with an elastic Velcro strap. Been using these for years -...

Avidyne's New Lower-Priced IFD440 FMS/GPS/NAV/COM

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Avidyne Corporation announced today that they are offering a new lower-priced IFD440 FMS/GPS/NAV/COM, starting at $12,399, including mounting tray and installation kit. The new entry-level...

PS Engineering Debuts IntelliAudio

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  PS Engineering is announcing the new PMA8000BTi audio selector panel, a version of the very popular PMA800BT that includes IntelliAudio spatial audio technology. Shipments...

High Plains Drifter

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Well, I wasn't exactly drifting - soaring along on the crest of some ridge lift and fighting a headwind more exactly. But the scenery...

Copperstate Fly-In Changes Venue

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The Copperstate Fly-In, which has moved to several airports around Arizona over more than 40 years, will be held at a new site this...

In Case You Missed It

Starduster biplane over grass strip

Old School Solution

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It doesn’t seem that long ago, but maybe it was, that the essence of a sport airplane was a biplane.

Just Call Him Mr. Pylon

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Homebuilt aircraft builder Steve Wittman was one of Americas greatest air racers. By Amy Laboda.

Mike and Laura Starkey’s RANS S-21: Part 7

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Let’s take a moment to catch you up on our RANS S-21 build: So...

Around the Patch

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Marc Cook discusses the loss of Geared Drives Bud Warren and his daughter, as well as his decision to step down from his position as Editor-in-Chief.