Franklin vs. Edison et al. and Marconi

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A word we use rather flippantly when perusing electronic circuitry—ground.

Variable Geometry Cooling System

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The way to reduce or eliminate excess cooling drag in cruise is to use a variable-geometry cooling system that can change shape to control the amount of air flowing through the cowling.

The Turf War Around MOSAIC

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You might think that a long-running proposal to streamline certification and greatly expand (and make far more usable) LSA and sport pilot rules would have the industry locking arm, raising voices in song and, therefore, on a clear path to success. You might, but you’d be wrong.

Special Light Sport Airplane Accidents

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Some surprising results when compared to traditional Cessnas.

Archive: July 2006

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On our July 2006 cover was the Aventura II, written about and photographed by our longtime favorite aviation writer Dave Higdon. “Egrets and herons...

Reigniting the Spark

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Engines, you see, need frequent activity. When they sit, they corrode.

Flying Tired

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It had been a long, cold night.

On the Nose!

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Lockwood’s Rotax-powered RV-9A is more than just fancy rhinoplasty.

Sporty’s L6 Transceiver

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The first portable radio with a built-in LEMO jack.

Is the Future Here?

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For ages one of the most common laments in aviation is we’re still flying around behind ancient engines. LyConsaurs they’re called, and when in...

In Case You Missed It

Build Your Own Steel Shop Table

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It’s a great alternative to wood.

Adding Direct Air/Fuel Ratio Monitoring

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An easy way to optimize engine operation.

Kit Stuff

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Improperly Installed Intake Gaskets

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We noticed the intake gaskets were leaking on cylinders 3 and 4 on the...