![[Credit: Van's Aircraft]](https://www.kitplanes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/IMG_5238.jpg?w=534&h=462&crop=1 "Part 22 Gets Real: Van’s Delivers the First MOSAIC-Certified Airplane")
![[Credit: Wikimedia Commons]](https://www.kitplanes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/4_rutan_a_longez.jpg_preview.jpg?w=265&h=198&crop=1 "Rutan Symposium Turns to the Coming Canard Maintenance Crisis")
![[Credit: Flight Desgn GmbH]](https://www.kitplanes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/1_mosaic_flightdesign.jpg_preview.jpg?w=265&h=198&crop=1 "FAA Accepts ASTM Standards, Clearing the Last Hurdle for MOSAIC")
![[Credit: magniX]](https://www.kitplanes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Magnix.jpg?w=265&h=198&crop=1 "magniX Opens Pre-Orders for an Electric Engine Aimed at Homebuilders")
ChairVenture!
Colorful Adirondack chairs and chapter signs at the Blue Barn highlight EAA’s homebuilding spirit and creativity across the country.
The New Generation of Homebuilt Aircraft Judges
Young women bring fresh energy and engineering chops to the evolving AirVenture Homebuilt Aircraft judging team.
Homebuilder Awards Given at Thursday Dinner
Top EAA honors awarded to standout contributors in homebuilt aviation for innovation, flight testing, and aircraft design at Thursday’s national gathering.
Radiant Adds New CO Detector Models
RADIANT Technology expands its popular CO-USB detector line with two new models, including a battery-powered version with an aural alarm and lanyard.
Barefoot and Booted, the Power Lunch!
WomenVenture Day celebrates women in aviation with forums, flybys, and inspiring talks—including firebomber captain Tracy Zedeck's keynote.
Cleaveland Tools: Cowling Install Tool
Cleaveland Tool’s 3D-printed cowling fixture offers affordable, hands-free alignment for trimming and fitting—just $150 and shipping now.
Homebuilt Participation Down This Year
Homebuilt participation at Oshkosh 2025 is down roughly 15%, with fewer planes and tents in the Pavilion and camping areas.
Team Rocket Previews New Wing Design for F1
Team Rocket’s new F1 wing boosts fuel, improves cruise and landing performance—while maintaining weight and familiar handling.
Create Your Electrical Schematic with Wiring Planner
Powerful CAD software for homebuilt aircraft wiring is now available through an affordable monthly or annual non-commercial subscription.
In Case You Missed It
Positive Capture
Aircraft fasteners that are critical almost always have a positive capture design or mechanism.
