January 2022

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On the cover: Since its first flight in 1986, Paul Cox has logged more than 3300 hours in N80PC, his second plans-built Mustang II....

December 2021

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On the cover: Paul Dye flies Mike Lemons’ American Legend MOAC—the “Mother of All Cubs.” Photographed near Wautoma, Wisconsin, by Richard VanderMeulen. Table od contents ...

November 2021

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On the cover: Mark Easton, Greg Hughes and Alex Easton explore the beautiful Oregon coast in Mark’s extremely well-equipped RV-10. Photographed by Jon Bliss. Table...
Kitplanes October 2021 Cover

October 2021

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Table of contents Star Bird! Luxury and efficiency join elegantly in this unique blend of twin engines and canard airframe. Mike and Laura Starkey’s...

September 2021

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Table of contents Ryan ST Reimagined: Timber Tiger Aircraft’s ST-L brings modern technology to a classic design. Buying Used—Zenith STOL CH 701: For 35...

August 2021

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On the cover: Bob Mackey flies Gabriel DeVault’s electric Xenos, which is powered by a Zero motorcycle drivetrain. Photographed near Hollister, California, by Marc...

The Valkyrie’s Song

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Two thousand hours is just a round number really—it has no intrinsic mechanical meaning. But it's a milestone.

Avionics Troubleshooting 101

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Common diagnostic tasks to consider when things stop working.

The Luxury Tool

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Safe-T-Cable is an expensive alternative to safety wire, but worth it!

July 2021

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On the cover: While testing two of the latest three-blade composite props, Paul Dye photographed his RV-8 with a Hartzell Explorer and Whirl Wind...

In Case You Missed It

Letters

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 Paid InstructionI enjoyed Dave Martin's "Understanding Experimental Light Sport Aircraft" article , but I...

Little Bird the Kitfox

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Amy Laboda's Kitfox 4, Little Bird, won't break any speed records. But it will tuck nicely into a short turf airstrip in time for a barbecue.

Do Diligence

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About 25 years ago, my wife and I designed our home. We were intrigued...

MGL Avionics Stratomaster MAXI Single E1

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MGLs maxi singles are designed to drop into a standard 3.125-inch hole, while the Smart Singles fit into a 2.25-inch hole. Author Rick Lindstrom found that the Maxi Single E1 engine monitor was just the ticket to get him flying while his other unit was in the shop for repairs.