Homebuilt Aircraft Directory 2022

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Here we are again with our annual “directory” of homebuilt aircraft that are available as kits, plans or both. The 2022 Homebuilt Aircraft Directory...

Buying Used: Sonex & Waiex

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What you need to know when shopping for these Sonex Aircraft models.

Handheld Transceivers

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We still need portable radios. Models from Icom and Sporty’s are favorites.

2021 Propeller Buyer’s Guide

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Which Propeller?

Big Talk

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The standalone com radio lives on—smarter, more flexible and affordable than ever.

Buying Used: Van’s RV-7/7A

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A worthy successor to the world’s most popular experimental.

Weather In the Cockpit

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Portable receivers rule the roost. How you choose depends on your app of choice.

17 Kits For Under $25K

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Building economically can be done, but you’re going to be part of the cost savings.

Buying Used: Kitfox

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Always in high demand, be ready to act fast when you find one you like.

Experimental Audio Panels: Sophisticated, Integrated

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PS Engineering and Garmin have kit-focused audio systems for under $2000. They have generous feature sets and high-end audio quality.

In Case You Missed It

Night Flight

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The theme of this month’s treatise is centered on flight operations at night. But...

Flying in the Ford World

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Sage philosopher and aviation nut Uncle Ishmael explains how, for about the price of a 4-year-old Ford pickup truck, you can own a serviceable homebuilt aircraft. Youll probably have to forgo anything certified, and hone your scrounging skills, but when all is said and done, isn't getting up in the air flying better than sitting on the ground dreaming?

Building the ‘Beater – Part 8

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Looking back on the project.

Completions

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Builders share their successes.