In this section of our website we will discuss items of interest to pilots of experimental and other aircraft. Articles will be added to this section as time goes by so check often for new items.

Aircraft Distress Beacons

Aviation Distress Beacons and Emergency Locators. Important devices in case of an off airport landing or even a crash. Mandatory too on international GA flights.

External Lights

Aircraft need external lights when flying in darkness or reduced visibility, this greatly improves early detection and can avoid collisions adding to safety.

Aircraft Fuel Systems Management

In these articles we discuss how to handle the fuel system and how to manage the fuel during the flight.

Takeoff and Landing Performance

Statistics show that during this critical phase of the flight the most accidents happen, in these articles we dive into this subject explaining some of the influencing factors. You will find a number of articles on the subject.

Aviation Hazards

Series of articles, number one starts with birds strikes and the effects on aircraft. More articles to come so stay tuned.

Aircraft Antenna

Article on how aircraft antenna are used and connected to the radio without to much problems, some info about cabling is included too.

Aircraft Sheet Metal

Working for the first time with aircraft sheet metal can be daunting. This article tries to explain that there is nothing to worry about.

Prosealing wet wing fuel tanks

Wet wing fuel tanks must be sealed to prevent the fuel from leaking past rivets and ribs. Here we show a method to work with Proseal and not mess things up.

Mountain Flying

Flying in mountain area's present some real challenges for pilots, but the rewards can be breathtaking. Here we present a basic refresher for those pilots wanting to explore the mountains.

Aircraft Preflight Inspection Procedures

In this article we describe how and what to look for when doing the walk around. As this is not intended to delay your flight but to make it safer.

Aircraft Wheel Bearings maintenance

In depth article and PDF document describing how to maintain the wheel bearings in good order and keep the aircraft rolling.

VOR, NDB and GPS Radio Navigation

One of the first articles on radio navigation. Basic principles are laid out, have fun reading.

Aircraft Fuel and Refueling

Three articles in the homebuilt section detailing on aviation fuel types AVGAS and JET and putting these safely and clean into the aircraft tanks.

Rotax Aircraft Engines (updated)

Article on the Rotax line of aircraft engines. As we see enough of them it would make sense to dedicated an article to those humming little engines. Read on operating and maintaining them.

Aircraft Diesel Engines

This engine development is exiting and as we will see more of them in the future we have a article on these engines, stay tuned for more. Added an article on two stroke diesel engine design and operation.

Buying an Aircraft

When buying an aircraft one needs to set goals beforehand. This article discusses the process of buying the next big thing in your life.

Flight Environment

Flying in today's environment is a complex task and doing it the right way is essential to safety. Therefore we spent some time to explore this. Some subjects we discuss are: Scanning while flying, looking without seeing, aircraft blind spots, clearing turns, the right-of-way, minimum safe altitudes, cruising altitudes and aircraft lights.

Running the Aircraft Engine over squared

A somewhat controversial subject but running a high map and low rpm is good for the engine. Read all about it in this article.

Aircraft Compasses and Earth Magnetic Field

Aircraft use a compass for navigation. At least when their INS or GPS is not functional. This article goes into this fascinating subject.

Mode S and other Transponders

As they become more and more common it pays to know the ins and outs of these new mode S transponders. We now have three articles added on these devices, topics included are: history, some codes, mode S and mode A/C

Tips and tricks of the trade

Read and learn about drilling holes, deburring edges, sealant, riveting Avex- or blind rivets and much, much more. Stay tuned for updates and additions in the next couple of weeks.

Factors effecting the Decision Making

Flying requires a constant stream of decisions about yourself, the airplane and the environment. These are very much related to each other and occur over time. In this article we delve deeper into this interesting subject.