AirCam Country—Past and Future?
The AirCam has been for sale not quite since I got it, but almost. Let’s face it: In the competition for least practical airplane...
New Product: Viper’s Next Gen Aircraft
Viper Aircraft has added a new design to its lineup, the Viper FanJet, which offers greater range, higher fuel efficiency and expanded cargo capacity, according to Viper.Increasing the size of the aircraft by 17%, the designers created a spacious, climate-controlled cockpit able to accommodate pilots over 6-foot-5. The larger fuselage translates to 25 cubic feet of cargo space with accessibility from exterior luggage doors and behind the aft seat. Using the Pratt & Whitney JT-15-4D…
New Product: Viper’s Next Gen Aircraft
Viper Aircraft has added a new design to its lineup, the Viper FanJet, which offers greater range, higher fuel efficiency and expanded cargo capacity,...
Cub Crafters Introduces Carbon Cub Kit
In a utility airplane, the power-to-weight ratio reigns supreme, which is why Cub Crafters is making a big deal about its new Carbon Cub...
New Products: Bosch Jigsaw Kit
The Bosch 18-volt cordless jigsaw has been added to Aircraft Spruce’s line of Bosch power tools. The 6-pound jigsaw has a One-Touch system that...
New Products: Bosch Jigsaw Kit
The Bosch 18-volt cordless jigsaw has been added to Aircraft Spruces line of Bosch power tools. The 6-pound jigsaw has a One-Touch system that allows for easy blade change and ejection of hot or broken blades with one lever. The Bosch also features blade retention and a three-way grip that maintains the blade position and allows for precise cuts. An adjustable dust blower keeps the cutting line clear.…
Red Bull Air Races: What the Old, New and Experimental Can...
It's race day on San Diego Bay in Southern California. I look around at the more than 70,000 people (120,000 over two days) assembled...
Amy's RV-10: Getting It Inspected
Before you can legally fly your kit aircraft you must have it inspected by the FAA or the FAA’s legal representative, and that inspector...
The Home Machinist – The Mystery Wrench Is a Mystery No...
In the May 2008 issue of KITPLANES I included a photo of a mystery wrench and asked folks to write in with identification. The...
New Products: CD-Based Weather Course Introduced
Weather Statement Groundschool is now offering a course on METARS (Aviation Routine Weather Reports) and TAFs (Terminal Area Forecasts) that you can complete on...
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All About Avionics
Electrical components ahead of the firewall are crucial to the operation of the engine and aircraft systems. Stein Bruch presents a primer on wiring these vital elements of your electrical system.
Ask the DAR
Major changes to your homebuilt aircraft require sign off by the FAA. Mel Asberry explains how to keep it legal.
What’s New
Dr. RoTech introduces an engine analyzer for Rotax 912/914 engines, Planemakers offers builder assistance for composite aircraft, and Ameritech distributes Electroair ignition systems.
Unbreaking the Bank
Although many more than eight Light Sport Aircraft can be built for less than $40,000, Dave Martin highlights some of the aircraft he has flown and offers personal insights on why they may be the way to go for you.