The Experimental Aviator

DIY Stealth (and How To Survive It)

Safely navigate non-towered traffic patterns when flying without a radio.

Deviation Log: Pass It On

Tracking modifications in your homebuilt aircraft builds confidence for future owners.

Post-Trip Poke-Around

Inspecting your aircraft post-trip is just as vital as the preflight.

On the Record: Pietenpol– Florida

Pilot collides with drainage basin following an attempted go-around during a ground loop.

Easy Ballast

Simple, compact, and affordable solution.

For Immediate Release

Before placing a deposit on a new aircraft kit based on a forward-looking press release, homebuilders must decide how much they are willing to gamble.

Reflections From Oshkosh: The Fellowship of the Wing

Why we keep returning to EAA AirVenture year after year.

Demystifying Magneto P-Leads

How to build your own custom aircraft p-leads.

On the Record: Velocity—Massachusetts

An unmodified nosewheel fork fractures upon landing due to a known shimmying issue.

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Cabin Refurbs: DIY Carpeting

DIY carpeting projects start with a responsive supplier and accurate measuring.

Smart Owner: Aftermarket Cabin Fabrics

Luxe interior upgrades are fair game, but only with the right burn testing and paperwork.
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