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Jerry Folkerts

Jerry Folkerts
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Jerry Folkerts is a retired Air Force colonel. He’s built/restored four Experimental aircraft and is the designer of the Pedal RV, an all- aluminum children’s pedal plane.
The Acme tailwheel suspension system installed on Ted Waltman’s SQ-2.

Matching a Tailwheel to the Terrain

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The right tailwheel can keep you out of trouble in the backcountry.

The Palm Grove Grew

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You may recall a single palm tree in Homebuilt Camping last year. This year, the palm grove has expanded to three—all lit every evening...

Chasing a Better Backcountry Experience

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Mike Marker’s search for the ideal landing gear.

Murphy Resurgent

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Darryl Murphy’s airplane company has a new owner and a new push for backcountry relevance.

Utah Adventure

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A dad and his dog’s first trip exploring the backcountry.

In Case You Missed It

Wind Tunnel

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Flying Flea, part 3.

Wind Tunnel

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Its easy to get carried away with new systems and technology that promise to make your airplane faster, smarter and even safer. But sometimes more is just more.

The Creative Homebuilder

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Buckin' where the sun don't shine.

The Creative Homebuilder

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Heavy-duty control cables.