Tag: materials
In Case You Missed It
Ask the DAR
Are computer software programs sufficient documentation of a build, and what do you do when a DARs request seems unreasonable?
Wind Tunnel
The diagnosis of pitch sensitivity problems boils down to one of two things: too little static margin or control system problems. This month we discuss how to modify the airplane to fix them;
Let’s Get Dirty
Some—perhaps even many—pilots of Experimental aircraft never operate their artfully homebuilt aircraft on any...
Show Your Sleeves: Silver or Copper?
Nearly every aircraft utilizes metal cables to operate control surfaces like elevators, rudders and...