KITPLANES tours the Whirlwind Propellers factory in San Diego, California, where the firm’s fixed-pitch and ground-adjustable propellers are made, as well as the blades for Whirlwind Aviation’s constant-speed props. Join us as owner Jim Rust leads the tour.
In Case You Missed It
![The Bonanze Fly-n-Eat founder Dr. Rick Rzepka flies to restaurant locations using his app. [Credit: Dr. Rick Rzepka]](https://www.kitplanes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Beechcraft-Bonanza-copy.jpg?w=324&h=160&crop=1 "Flying To Lunch Just Got Easier")
Archive: October 1997
A sleek Lancair IV-P was on our October 1997 cover along with the blurb promising an over-gulf trip from Florida to Mexico.
Rotax Training for the 9 Series
Lockwood Aviation helps you get a full understanding of the four-stroke Rotax.