January 2022
On the cover: Since its first flight in 1986, Paul Cox has logged more than 3300 hours in N80PC, his second plans-built Mustang II....
December 2021
On the cover: Paul Dye flies Mike Lemons’ American Legend MOAC—the “Mother of All Cubs.” Photographed near Wautoma, Wisconsin, by Richard VanderMeulen.
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November 2021
On the cover: Mark Easton, Greg Hughes and Alex Easton explore the beautiful Oregon coast in Mark’s extremely well-equipped RV-10. Photographed by Jon Bliss.
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October 2021
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Star Bird! Luxury and efficiency join elegantly in this unique blend of twin engines and canard airframe.
Mike and Laura Starkey’s...
September 2021
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Ryan ST Reimagined: Timber Tiger Aircraft’s ST-L brings modern technology to a classic design.
Buying Used—Zenith STOL CH 701: For 35...
August 2021
On the cover: Bob Mackey flies Gabriel DeVault’s electric Xenos, which is powered by a Zero motorcycle drivetrain. Photographed near Hollister, California, by Marc...
The Valkyrie’s Song
Two thousand hours is just a round number really—it has no intrinsic mechanical meaning. But it's a milestone.
July 2021
On the cover: While testing two of the latest three-blade composite props, Paul Dye photographed his RV-8 with a Hartzell Explorer and Whirl Wind...
In Case You Missed It
Cover Story: Building a Custom Cushion
Learn how to measure, cut and assemble the foam pieces that constitute the seat cushion.
Metal Magic: Cutting Round Instrument Holes
KITPLANES editor at large Paul Dye continues the Metal Magic series with a tutorial...
Dawn Patrol
When a casually tossed length of two-by-four and a pristine fabric-covered airplane meet, the result isn't pretty. Author Dick Starks describes his wifes initiation to the art of fabric repair.