One of my favorite parts of AirVenture is the opportunity to explore ideas and details at the granular level—details I can bring to my Onex build. You’d think the common trim tab would be—well, common. But no. For the first time in over 30-years of active participation in homebuilding, I saw a trim tab that was perforated along its bend line, making adjustments easier than bending a solid aluminum trim tab. Who knew? Well, not me. So I set about to seeing other trim tab ideas, and I present them here for your consideration.
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What’s New
The 6000th RV flies, there's a new quick reference checklist for Garmin portable units, and a new engine mount for Rotax engines is available. Edited by Mary Bernard.
Grease Is the Word
Dave Prizio - 6
Consistently use the correct lubricant for your airplane’s various parts, and you will go a long way toward preventing problems.
Experience for Experience Sake
I’ll admit it, I like merit badges. I like certificates of achievement. I like...
Magneto Timing Made Simple
Its a question of degrees: Step-by-step instructions on how to set your magneto timing.












