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G-News
Flight Test - Zenair Zodiac Ch601xl
Specially tailored for the new FAA Sport Pilot Licence, the Czech-built Zodiac 601XL is a fine flying kitplane with some unusual features. Dave Unwin 'czechs' it out.
Weather School
Airmasses - Sky Tectonics!
The key to understanding the air around us is to look at the place where that air came from. Weatherweb's Simon Keeling takes the mystery out of airmasses.
Owning And Operating - Citabria 7KCAB
The Citabria aerobatic taildragger has been returned to production, but older 'pre-loved' versions are still in high demand. Steve Beebee speaks to Eddie Wild, the owner and operator of a 1969 Citabria 7KCAB.
Today's Pilot At Sun 'N Fun
This year's Sun 'n Fun airshow took place between April 13-19 at Lakeland Linter Airport in Florida. Steve Bridgewater visits one of the world's most popular air events.
There I Was.
Something Will Always Bite You On The Bum!
One day in the summer of 1999 will always stick in the mind of Hawker Hunter display pilot Rod Dean - as he explains.
Flight Safety
The latest AAIB reports.
Reviews
Books, videos, DVDs, dehumidifiers and flight sims are just some of the items reviewed this month.
Simple Aircraft Maintenance And Husbandry
Just how much work are you allowed to do on your aircraft Jerry Parr explains.
Out & About
The team report from Wanaka, Popham, Fenland, Breighton, Abingdon, Old Warden and North Coates.
Today's Pilot At Popham
On May 1 and 2 the annual Microlight Trade Fair was held at the delightful Popham airfield in Hampshire. Now an institution in the microlight world, it regularly attracts a large turnout of aircraft and pilots. Steve Bridgewater and Dave Unwin were part of the team manning the Today's Pilot exhibition stand, meeting readers and finding out what was new.
Tlc - Tender Lubing Care
Last month, Jerry Parr looked at some of the simple ways in which you can look after your aircraft. In this issue, he explains how just a little 'lube' and attention can go a long way.
Getting Smarter, With A Silent Twist
Jochen Ewald flies the new, more powerful Ecofly 'smart' engine in an FK-9, and also tests the improved Silence, now called 'Twister' and powered by a Jabiru engine.
Air-To-Air Photography
Have you ever wondered how we get those stunning cover shots Chief Photographer Duncan Cubitt explains a few 'tricks of the trade'.
African Adventures
Late last year, two British pilots were planning to fly their microlights from Capetown, South Africa, on a circular route through Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Tanzania and Mozambique. Jim Pearce takes up the story.
Letters
Piston-Powered Singles Survey - Part Two
Last month we began our survey of piston-powered single-engined general aviation aircraft by looking at those listed alphabetically from A to F. Now we conclude the feature by covering the relevant types produced by manufacturers ranging from Gippsland to Zlin.
Flight Test Aermacchi SF-260 EU
Ernesto Blanco Calcagno tests this Italian-built 'Ferrari of the Skies', much favoured as a military trainer
G-News
Flight Test - Zenair Zodiac Ch601xl
Specially tailored for the new FAA Sport Pilot Licence, the Czech-built Zodiac 601XL is a fine flying kitplane with some unusual features. Dave Unwin 'czechs' it out.
Weather School
Airmasses - Sky Tectonics!
The key to understanding the air around us is to look at the place where that air came from. Weatherweb's Simon Keeling takes the mystery out of airmasses.
Owning And Operating - Citabria 7KCAB
The Citabria aerobatic taildragger has been returned to production, but older 'pre-loved' versions are still in high demand. Steve Beebee speaks to Eddie Wild, the owner and operator of a 1969 Citabria 7KCAB.
Today's Pilot At Sun 'N Fun
This year's Sun 'n Fun airshow took place between April 13-19 at Lakeland Linter Airport in Florida. Steve Bridgewater visits one of the world's most popular air events.
There I Was.
Something Will Always Bite You On The Bum!
One day in the summer of 1999 will always stick in the mind of Hawker Hunter display pilot Rod Dean - as he explains.
Flight Safety
The latest AAIB reports.
Reviews
Books, videos, DVDs, dehumidifiers and flight sims are just some of the items reviewed this month.
Simple Aircraft Maintenance And Husbandry
Just how much work are you allowed to do on your aircraft Jerry Parr explains.
Out & About
The team report from Wanaka, Popham, Fenland, Breighton, Abingdon, Old Warden and North Coates.
Today's Pilot At Popham
On May 1 and 2 the annual Microlight Trade Fair was held at the delightful Popham airfield in Hampshire. Now an institution in the microlight world, it regularly attracts a large turnout of aircraft and pilots. Steve Bridgewater and Dave Unwin were part of the team manning the Today's Pilot exhibition stand, meeting readers and finding out what was new.
Tlc - Tender Lubing Care
Last month, Jerry Parr looked at some of the simple ways in which you can look after your aircraft. In this issue, he explains how just a little 'lube' and attention can go a long way.
Getting Smarter, With A Silent Twist
Jochen Ewald flies the new, more powerful Ecofly 'smart' engine in an FK-9, and also tests the improved Silence, now called 'Twister' and powered by a Jabiru engine.
Air-To-Air Photography
Have you ever wondered how we get those stunning cover shots Chief Photographer Duncan Cubitt explains a few 'tricks of the trade'.
African Adventures
Late last year, two British pilots were planning to fly their microlights from Capetown, South Africa, on a circular route through Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Tanzania and Mozambique. Jim Pearce takes up the story.
Letters
Piston-Powered Singles Survey - Part Two
Last month we began our survey of piston-powered single-engined general aviation aircraft by looking at those listed alphabetically from A to F. Now we conclude the feature by covering the relevant types produced by manufacturers ranging from Gippsland to Zlin.
Flight Test Aermacchi SF-260 EU
Ernesto Blanco Calcagno tests this Italian-built 'Ferrari of the Skies', much favoured as a military trainer
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