Steve Wittman Archives

After nearly 75 years, the basic Tailwind design remains sound. [Credit: LeRoy Cook]

The Wittman Tailwind

LeRoy Cook - July 22, 2026 0

In Case You Missed It

What’s New

Kitplanes - November 16, 2012 0

Bogert Aviation introduces quick-drain oil valve probe, CubCrafters improves 2013 Carbon Cub SS, and MGL integrates Sandia Mode-C Transponder with its EFISes.

Kit Stuff

Robrucha - December 3, 2009 0

Drawing on experience; by cartoonist Robrucha.

Completions

Kitplanes - April 16, 2010 0

Builders share their successes.

The finished items ready for alodine. The inside edges of the tie-down holes were later chamfered and smoothed.

Tie-Down Brackets

Andrew Robinson - December 12, 2025 2

Finding an angle on staying grounded.