Building Tips Archives

A builder can’t be faulted for thinking this part, dimensioned to 64ths of an inch and .001 of a millimeter, is critical, but the precise dimensions spring from the designer setting the CAD program’s auto dimensioning resolution far too low.

Measuring: Go To Lengths To Get It Right

Kerry Fores - November 20, 2025 0

In Case You Missed It

Aircraft in flight [Credit: Jim Barrett]

Firecrown’s Aviation Group Charts Course for 2026; Ryan Ewing Named Group President

Kitplanes - January 7, 2026 1

Brand refreshes, new digital platforms, and expanded editorial investments follow a transitional year for the company’s aviation portfolio.

Home Shop Machinist

Bob Hadley - June 21, 2013 1

Using tools to make tools. Bob Hadley.

Engine Beat

Steve Ells - May 21, 2009 0

As Lycoming and Continental vie for market share, the two power players are updating and improving long-existing engine designs and introducing new products to meet demand. By Steve Ells.

Letters

Kitplanes - July 19, 2013 0

All Wet?The Freedom article by Roy Beisswenger (KITPLANES®, July 2013) is only half a...