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What If We Looked At 100LL Differently?

By Ben Sclair · September 3, 2026 · 24 Comments

The debate over leaded aviation fuel often devolves into an all-or-nothing ultimatum. A novel thesis from a University of North Dakota student suggests a pragmatic middle path: What if we focus on capturing lead before it ever leaves the tailpipe?

Final is Clear…Check the Gear

By Ben Sclair · August 27, 2026 · Leave a Comment

The best one-liner that I ever saw or read somewhere about this issue (I am sorry that I do not know the source of its origin) is a simple 6 word sentence that should be added to every landing checklist… “

One in 12: Outstanding

By Ben Sclair · August 27, 2026 · 1 Comment

Moving a kid from “that was cool” to “here’s how you can take the next step” is key to growing aviation.

Airhart Avionics Reimagines The Panel, Starting With Experimental Aircraft

By Ben Sclair · August 26, 2026 · Leave a Comment

Ken VeArd interviews Nate Thuli from Airhart Avionics at OSH26.

From simplified wiring to “rubber-band” indicators, Airhart Avionics brings fresh eyes to experimental cockpits.

What If The Airplane Won’t Let You Lose Control?

By Ben Sclair · August 12, 2026 · 24 Comments

With an updated certification pathway, shouldn’t it be possible to design an airplane that won’t let the pilot lose control? Skytron is trying to achieve exactly that.

From Car Designer To Firefighter?

By Ben Sclair · August 11, 2026 · 1 Comment

Is car design legend Chip Foose spreading his wings?

A Little Breathing Room

By Ben Sclair · August 10, 2026 · 1 Comment

Hopefully a statement released today (August 10, 2026) by Innospec will allow the GA marketplace to take a breath.

RAF Bags Another Airstrip

By Ben Sclair · July 31, 2026 · 1 Comment

Fly to Southern California’s backcountry again. Discover how the Recreational Aviation Foundation successfully reopened scenic Monache Meadows airstrip.

AirVenture 2026 As Seen From My Notebook

By Ben Sclair · July 29, 2026 · Leave a Comment

Zenith Aircraft Super Cruzer at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026.

With the hopes of remembering as much of AirVenture as I can, I keep a physical notebook in my pocket at all times. Visit EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026 with me, as seen through my notebook.

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