Aircraft Ownership
Aircraft ownership is within your reach. From tips related to buying your first or a new plane to the biggest mistakes pilots make when purchasing insurance, our aircraft ownership articles shed light on all of the aspects of owning your own flying machine.
The Old Barn Dance
Finding a pair of Stinson
10As offers a chance for another restoration occupation.
Helping Your Airplane Shelter in Place
Just what you should do with your plane during long time outs, such as with the coronavirus pandemic, might seem obvious. It’s not.
Flight Into Known Icing (FIKI) Approval Is Not Enough
Even with certified ice protection, there is plenty of risk for light planes in real icing conditions.
Why Bother With Retractable Gear?
Tucking the gear costs weight and money, not to mention the risk of gear-up landings. So why are so many pilots still infatuated with them?
Flying Broken Airplanes: The Substantial Risks Of Deferring Maintenance
Here’s how to think about components that aren’t working as they should, with some simple advice on what to do about them.
4 Ways To Avoid A Nightmare Annual
Lessons one pilot learned the hard way, hopefully so you won’t have to.
Replacing Your Battery Cables
This potentially do-it-yourself job can make starting your engine so much easier
ADS-B In An Older Plane?
We go through the process step by step and look at five popular options for owners on a budget and for those with a budget