Master Caution

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My original intent for this month’s treatise was to produce the first installment of my upcoming Kitfox build series, which I have been greatly looking forward to. However, as often happens in life, life itself got in the way.

Wanted: Engine Competition

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Imagine a time not too long ago when pilots embarking on the delicious endeavor to build their own airplanes could consider multiple sources for just about any engine on the menu.

2025 Engine Buyer’s Guide

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Traditional engines dominate, but the alternatives are looking more mainstream.

A Baker’s Dozen

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Vic shares his decision process for both choosing another RV-10 as well as choosing some of the “upgrades.”

The Jet A- Burning RV-9A

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Behind the scenes with the CD-155-powered RV.

Precious Metal

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My wedding might not make it into Vogue, but I’ll be damned if it doesn’t make it into KITPLANES!

Buying an Unfinished Project

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There are plenty of things to look out for before committing to an unknown collection of parts and pieces from another fellow builder.

The “Flying by Feel” Fallacy

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Smart pilots embrace tools like AoA systems to reduce risk—not ego-driven notions of flying solely 'by feel.'

2025 Homebuilt Aircraft Buyer’s Guide

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Our annual kit- and plansbuilt-aircraft buyer’s guide.

Why We Built What We Did

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And sometimes we bought instead of built (again).

In Case You Missed It

Wind Tunnel

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Design process-CG limits and tail size, part 2.

Smooth Out Your Ride

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Dynamic propeller balancing can smooth out your ride and reduce wear and tear on engine parts.

Pie in the Sky

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Now that the wedding is behind us and house projects have slowed, Brian and I have more time to focus on what matters most—airplanes.

Down to Earth

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Getting the spark right. By Amy Laboda.