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Continue to the categoryConquering the Magneto, Part 2
![Making rare use of my drafting tools for the internal timing. [All Images Credited to Andrew Robinson]](https://www.kitplanes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/P1010535-324x235.jpg "Conquering the Magneto, Part 2")
The second installment continues demystifying the aircraft magneto, with deeper detail on service and troubleshooting.
![The integrated ECLIPSE NG features a very sunlight readable display that shows the engine and all flight data organized in one or more pages. [Credit: Fielden Aero LLC]](https://www.kitplanes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/1_Screenshot_-324x235.jpg "FLYBOX Avionics")
Radiant Technology Unveils SafeGyro
![[Credit: Radiant Technology]](https://www.kitplanes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/550095_5165745cc27748a598699799d796fd94mv2-324x235.jpg "Radiant Technology Unveils SafeGyro")
Latest addition to the Mini Glass line offers USB-rechargeable portability and intuitive motion-history mapping.
MagniX Unveils Electric Engine for the GA Market
![[Credit: magniX]](https://www.kitplanes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Magnix-324x235.jpg "MagniX Unveils Electric Engine for the GA Market")
The new engine aims to slash flight training costs and maintenance, with a Van's RV-10 test flight scheduled for later this year and a commercial launch in 2027
Dynon Unveils Scalable Engine Monitoring for Kitbuilders
![[Credit: Dynon]](https://www.kitplanes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/EMS-stand-alone_HDX-324x235.png "Dynon Unveils Scalable Engine Monitoring for Kitbuilders")
Simplified engine-focused interface streamlines cockpit operation.
![Aircraft control surface designs may include counterweights to offset and eliminate flutter. The counterweights should not be eliminated to save weight. [Credit: Kitplanes Archive]](https://www.kitplanes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/kitfox-s7-sti-04-324x235.jpg "Weight and Flutter")
A 30-Year Love Affair With My Stinson
![The author flying his Sinson 108-2 Voyager in the skies above British Columbia, Canada. [Credit: Mike Davenport]](https://www.kitplanes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/CF-EZB-over-water-D.-Cardy-photo-324x235.jpg "A 30-Year Love Affair With My Stinson")
The story of a caretaker of a versatile classic, the Stinson 108 Voyager.
![The discomfort of wearing prescription- or sunglasses under an ANR headset is eliminated with Flying Eyes. [Credit: Flying Eyes]](https://www.kitplanes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FlyingEyes-Group-324x235.jpg "Eyes Forward")
![Left to right, shiny new bulkheads, wooden form blocks, and old bulkheads. [Credit Tinley Ong]](https://www.kitplanes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_3429-324x235.jpg "Second Chance Six")
![The painter sprays the door planels of a Glasair Sportsman 2+2. [Credit: Mike Davenport]](https://www.kitplanes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/White-doors-324x235.jpg "Paint It Yourself Or Pay A Pro?")
Firecrown’s Aviation Group Charts Course for 2026; Ryan Ewing Named Group...
![Aircraft in flight [Credit: Jim Barrett]](https://www.kitplanes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/httpswww.flyingmag.comsitesflyin-6-324x235.jpg "Firecrown’s Aviation Group Charts Course for 2026; Ryan Ewing Named Group President")
Brand refreshes, new digital platforms, and expanded editorial investments follow a transitional year for the company’s aviation portfolio.
AOPA Air Safety Institute Celebrates 75 Years
Seventy-five years ago, on November 10, 1950, the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association’s Air Safety Institute (ASI) began life as the AOPA Foundation. Over...
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