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Dave Martin

Dave Martin
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Dave Martin served as editor of this magazine for 17 years and began aviation journalism evaluating ultralights in the early ’80s. A former CFI (airplanes, gliders, instruments), he'd flown more than 160 aircraft types plus 60 ultralights (including a single-seat, no-basket hot air balloon). Dave passed away in June, 2021.

Light Stuff

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The Sky Arrow 600: a different kind of LSA; by Dave Martin.

First Time Builders

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Here's how to maximize your chance of success.

In Case You Missed It

Mike and Laura Starkey’s RANS S-21: Part 3

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The build begins “small.”

Firewall Forward: Engine Mounts

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Dynafocal, conical or DIY? Some engine-mount decisions are dictated by your choice of engine, but there’s more to it than that. Dave Prizio walks you through the process of mating engine to airframe.

Weep No More

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When a fuel-tank repair means crafting your own rivets.

Odd-Size Transfer Punch

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A custom match-drill punch.