DeltaHawk will be the first to admit they’ve been plodding along on the diesel engine certification project like…forever. Actually, it’s been 14 years. But they think they’ll have a production engine available this year. Here’s KITPLANES editor Marc Cook with an update.
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North to Alaska
When faced with the choice of going commercial or flying his RV-6 to Alaska, author Ken Scott opted to be pilot in command. Having never flown his plane on trips long enough to require an en-route fuel stop, he figured it was time. What ensued was the trip of a lifetime, with scenery only Alaska can offer, glimpses of aviation history, and flying challenges tempered by friendly encounters with the natives.
Fixed-pitch Props
A major advantage of a fixed-pitch prop is that it is lighter, simpler and cheaper than one with variable pitch.
Around the Patch
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.