Search Results for: Super Cub

Which aircraft is best for you?

James Weibe is a different sort of airplane pioneer. He doesn’t make an LSA. He bought the rights to the former Kitfox Lite and has gone through several iterations of changing and improving the airplane. This makes sense considering his background in the computer accessory field, where he learned the constant upgrade path so common […]

Four if by land, two if by sea: making a great plane greater

A group of Husky Aircraft takes on the rugged Teton Mountains

Contrary to popular belief, ferry pilots aren’t brave. Bravery is being the only one who knows you’re afraid.

A novice rebuilds a Piper classic

Well, Day One for me anyway; the show started yesterday but I was still stranded in Alabama by soggy and intractable weather with a couple Dakota Cubs.We made it into Plant City at about 5:30 last night after squeaking under some very low ceilings, then running east once we hit the Gulf Coast. *** A […]

Half way to Sun ‘n Fun, thumb typing on my iPhone, we’re sitting in the same place we’ve been in — the comfy lounge at friendly FBO, Sparta Aero Services — since 8 this morning. *** It’s 3:30 now. *** Allow me one small comic book growl of anguish: aarghh. *** Thanks, that feels better. […]

A look at the best aircraft for backcountry exploration

Defining your mission is the key to finding the right headset