I seem to recall a relatively simple smoke system that used a propane torch bottle to hold the smoke oil and I believe it was pressurized with air to eliminate the need for a pump. I realize it would only be good for short bursts, but that is exactly the application I need. Any reference to...

As some of you know, Jim Weir missed OSH this year, for the first time in 30+ years. He did, however, ceremoniously ship his beloved OSH airshow chairs to Montblack, for use at the rec.aviation gathering. Here's a photo of me putting Jim's chair to maximum use during...

To All: A few years ago I posted an article offering some hints about how to build an inexpensive airplane that was safe and reliable (Flying on the Cheap, October 2001; Google will find it for you). The key point in the article was the use of commonly available mild steel tubing for...

Introduction - Powerplant Choices RV aircraft are designed to use Lycoming aircraft engines. The RV-4 and RV-6/6A use 150/160 hp 0-320 or 180 hp 0-360 engines. The RV-7/7A and RV-8/8A can accommodate O-320, O-360 or angle valve IO-360 (200 hp) engines. The RV-9/9A is suitable for Lycoming...

I just read in the newspaper that Walter Bussey was killed in a homebuilt airplane? That got me thinking to look for a NG that might be dedicated to this activity, and I found this one. This is all new to me, quite honestly, and disturbing. People are building airplanes at home and then flying...

For those among you who have seen (at OSH or aggressively shopped) and compared current generation of EFIS who is currently putting out the best product/$$ in the $5K $7.5K and 10K regimes? I am afraid some of you homebuilders are looking at some of those the $35K (G1000) products into your...

If any of you have info on either Bob Lovejoy's or Volmer Jensen's relatives please e'mail Paula with the info: Thanks guys n gals Frank "Woof" Beagle Challenger Dealer EAA UFIE Kankakee IL

Anyone got any info on the CH 180? Did the Google thing but didn't get a lot of returns. Ric

In case anyone's interested, I just listed my set of single-stage Smith regulators (oxygen & acetylene) on eBay. Bought a set of two-stage units so the old ones get to go. Look for stuff being sold by scottrod. Thanks!

I have about three or four years of my monthly Kitplanes columns that have not been posted on my website for you all to use. I used to post them every month, but with dialup it was taking me (literally) hours to cut, paste, upload, resume ... for each article. I also had a wonderful volunteer...

Looks like a tiny propeller. How can it make a big plane like that fly to such a height? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=216D3WvspN0

An interesting site. http://www.airshowjournal.com/ Flash

Photo Gallery - IS-28B2 Twin Lark, IS-29D2, Zlin 726. Soon extra 300L and Yak 52 Photo Gallery: www.skyspy.lx.ro Romanian airclub at Bucharest: www.airclub.furniture.r-fh.com (for the moment, but it will be moved)

some disturbing news was revealed at the last eaa mtg, when one of the members got up and passed out a copy of the latest city ordinance, amending what a residential dweller could do and have at their dwelling. enclosed is a copy of the admendment. the interesting point is how specifically the...

I'm in the process of looking at buying a plane. One of the options I've considered is buying a used RV6A or RV7A or maybe even an RV10. (Flying RV10's are Still a bit pricey) I want an IFR capable aircraft and I want all flight critical instruments, radios etc... to use certified components. If...

Greetings All, Has anyone used a Radio Shack Capacitor for a filter on the alternator? If so can anyone recommend what size cap to use? Thanks for any help you can give, david

After leaving OSH I picked up my wife at Midway airport in Chicago. First airport i have ever visited where I could drive around it. Drive down one side, turn left and repeat two more times and you are back where you started. Anyway, on to the story, So, there i was checking into a Hampton Inn in...

Quote: Purchase a Skycar! As a result of the recent successful hovering flights of the M400 Skycar, Moller International is accepting deposits to secure delivery positions for our M400 Skycar until after the Skycar has flown from hover to full aerodynamic flight and returned (transitioning...

Can't believe this aircraft is not AT the airport by now. If you're that afraid the police will descend on you with all the fury they can muster, pick up the tail and pull it there on foot! All the solutions you've been discussing are more expensive than the potential ticket.

I've just become aware that Lowrance has orphaned the Airmap 100 in that updates to the Jeppesen/Obstructions database are no longer available. My most recent database is from June 2002. Does anyone have a more recent database that you would be willing to sell, copy (may not work), or loan me to...