The author, celebrating their first year with *Plane & Pilot*, unexpectedly assumed a leadership role after their editor-in-chief departed, presenting a significant opportunity to lead the legacy ...

The McDonnell X-85 Goblin was developed from prototype to jet-powered hot rod in no time at all during the Cold War era. (U.S. Air Force photo) The McDonnell XF-85 Goblin was an experimental "parasite ...

The Grumman American AA-5 Traveler is presented as a bargain aircraft, offering 120-knot cruise speeds, room for four, and crisp handling, combining Cessna 172 simplicity with Mooney-like performance.

The Epic E1000, the world's only FAA-certified all-composite single-engine turboprop, has received its type certification after a seven-year development period. It boasts remarkable performance, ...

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The Cessna Cardinal underwent a critical engine upgrade from 150-hp in 1968 to 180-hp by 1969, addressing initial performance deficiencies. Major design enhancements were introduced from the 1970 ...

The Lancair Evolution, a high-performance turbine experimental aircraft, now offers an optional Rough Service Landing Gear (RSLG) for operating on unpaved surfaces, transforming its utility for ...

The Martin Marietta X-24 was a NASA experimental rocket-powered lifting body design that paved the way for the space shuttle. Rocket planes are largely considered an "evolutionary dead end" in ...

Garmin released two new avionics units, the GTR 205 com and GNC 215 nav/com, designed as affordable replacements for older models like the BendixKing KX155. Both units feature a full-color LCD screen, ...

The Cessna 172 Skyhawk, introduced nearly 50 years ago, remains one of the best-selling airplanes globally, renowned for its versatility and ease of use. Its initial design, featuring tricycle landing ...

The 1977 Piper Turbo Arrow III was introduced as an entry-level turbocharged retractable, aiming to provide improved climb performance at medium altitudes for pilots in high density or low-level ...

The Piper PA-30 Twin Comanche, introduced in 1963, was based on the single-engine Comanche with minimal fuselage modifications for efficient production. Four models were offered (Standard, Custom, ...