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Tom Wilson

Tom Wilson
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Pumping avgas and waxing flight school airplanes got Tom into general aviation in 1973, but the lure of racing cars and motorcycles sent him down a motor journalism career heavy on engines and racing. Today he still writes for peanuts and flies for fun.

Rear Cockpit

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Building your future.

Built to Suit

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Considering the kit as raw material let John Spratt build an S-20 Raven optimized for his high-country travels.

Twice the Fun and Half the Cost

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Everyone needs two airplanes—one for going places and another for fun. Getting that second plane, such as this Thorp, is a lot easier...

Rear Cockpit

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A place for her.

Rear Cockpit

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Big Brother is my copilot.

Second Hand is First Rate

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Pitts happens when you have 11 months, talent, friends, spare parts, and a little cash.

Rear Cockpit

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Summer school.

Rear Cockpit

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Flying glass.

Rear Cockpit

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Getting there.

Reno Bird Strike

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In what has to be one of the rarest of Reno air racing occurrences, James Stringer suffered a bird strike during the third lap...

In Case You Missed It

Homemade Open-End Wrench

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Anyone who knows me is familiar with my love of homemade tools. It comes...

Light Stuff

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LSAs are fun, and being able to make that water landing-and takeoff-in one is even more enjoyable. Join Dave Martin as he samples the Progressive Aerodyne SeaRey LSX.

Completions

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Builders share their successes.

Tooling Up!

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Beginner's guide to aircraft tools and tool suppliers.