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Design Process: Wing Size and Stall Speed
Last month, we began discussing the factors that can drive the wing of our...
Designer Spotlight: John Thorp
John W. Thorp has had a profound influence on both homebuilding and on aviation in general. If you've flown Piper Cherokees or know of the all-flying tail, you're familiar with his design principles, and his T-18 is still a favorite worldwide.
Opening Aluminum Angle
It is not uncommon when building an aluminum airplane to need to adjust the...
