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Tweaking a GlaStar/Sportsman Wing and Tail
GlaStar and Sportsman planes are remarkable in how well they fly and how consistently they come out especially considering they are usually built by...
Carbon Fiber Elevator Rib Reinforcements
This tip was sent by Michael Harfst.
An extra note for anyone considering a stiffener for the elevator end rib. I have the fiberglass tips...
Oshkosh AirVenture 2011
Written by Greg and Sue Prentiss
Well, here we are at AirVenture 2011, aka Oshkosh. It’s a great time to be alive and be able...
Starting the Engine Safely
This tip was submitted by Tom Hoffman, Glasair III.
With 650 hours on the aircraft, N54ODE recently experienced failure of the starter solenoid, which is not...
First Flight or the Thrill of Having a Baby
For each airplane, first flight is only done once. In my mind, it’s the closest builders get to the thrill of having a baby.
Amazing...
