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Paul Dye takes readers through a rework of his RV-3's fuel system to illustrate why some mods are a sound choice.

The author explains how the characteristics of an airplane affect pilot ability to complete tasks, response factors, stability and damping of the airframe to changes in angle of attack, basic stability, trim, control forces, and control power. He also addresses the controversy behind the design of airplanes, their characteristics and the resultant suitability for various types of flying;

Licensing a partially completed project. Does major repair work count as building?

There's no substitute for real-world testing--;something homebuilders should keep in mind when moving from the theoretical to the actual application.