by Dan Johnson | Dec 29, 2021 | BRP-Powertrain (Rotax Aircraft Engines), Dynon Avionics, RV-12, Sensenich Propeller, Splog, Van's Aircraft, Inc.
Over the years, curious pilots have asked me what aircraft I fly. I’ve had the pleasure to evaluate a great many models; the number crossed 400 a couple years back. My usual quip is that this experience makes me a pilot of many and a master of none. I usually add that...
by Dan Johnson | Dec 21, 2021 | A5, Beringer Aero, Beringer Aero USA, BRP-Powertrain (Rotax Aircraft Engines), Duc Hélices (props), F2, Flight Design GmbH, Flight Design USA, Garmin International, ICON Aircraft, Splog
Rather loudly and persistently I beat the drum about “affordable aircraft,” but readers also enjoy learning about other aircraft. I will never write about jets or multimillion-dollar aircraft but I will continue to follow any “light” aircraft that meets LSA parameters...
by Dan Johnson | Nov 27, 2021 | BRP-Powertrain (Rotax Aircraft Engines), Splog, Vickers Aircraft Company, Ltd., Wave
Excitement is in the air, even as the season wraps up activity here in the USA. Remember, while winter approaches for Americans, summer is coming to New Zealand. That might explain an information deficit of late from LSA seaplane developer, Vickers Aircraft. People...
by Dan Johnson | Nov 7, 2021 | BRP-Powertrain (Rotax Aircraft Engines)
Two decades into the new millennia, few aviation companies can claim impressive growth. In two decades, one company that everyone now recognizes as a climber is Cirrus Design and their successful SR-series of general aviation aircraft. Back in 1998 many pilots were...
by Dan Johnson | Oct 26, 2021 | BRP-Powertrain (Rotax Aircraft Engines), Dynon Avionics, Garmin International, ScaleWings Aircraft, Splog, SW51 Mustang
North American’s World War II-era P-51 Mustang has consistently won polls of pilots asking to identify their favorite aircraft. You may love your LSA or Sport Pilot kit or an ultralight aircraft, but nearly all pilots occasionally dream of owning — or at least flying...
by Dan Johnson | Jul 26, 2021 | BRP-Powertrain (Rotax Aircraft Engines), Lockwood Aircraft Corp., Splog
As AirVenture Oshkosh 2021 starts, we have arrived at a long-awaited beginning to the world’s biggest airshow. AirVenture Oshkosh 2021 opens Monday July 26th and I am on-site to capture all the best news I can find for light aircraft. Regretfully, my Canada-based...
