Safari Cargo Net
I became interested in a net at the back of the seats, separating the cargo area, when I saw Alan Negrin’s Sportsman last September.
I...
GlaStar Aileron Servo Tab
This is an old topic, however I would like to point out what I have experienced. After my first flight in N12YR (July 2012),...
Extended Heavy-Duty Landing Gear
My wife Chris and I are based in Seattle and spend 4-6 weeks each summer exploring Alaska with our young daughter and a Sportsman...
Prototyping Your Heart Out: Early Days With the Dynon Autopilot
Yes, I’m a glutton for punishment. Over the short flying life of my Sportsman, it has been subjected to more than its fair share...
Tractor to Flush Gas Caps
Change the tractor-style fuel caps to flush caps for a sleek wing.
Vortex Generators on a Sportsman
This article is long overdue! What’s here is a condensed version of a long forum topic I started entitled, “VGs on a Sportsman.” Like...
Acme Aero Stinger Tailwheel Suspension in a GlaStar
When I started building my GlaStar many years ago, I knew the primary mission was going to be off-airport operations since I live in...
Leading Edge Lights
Flyleds LED lights in the GlaStar's leading edge - how to make the bracket and form the acrylic lens.
GlaStar Nose Fork Modification for 5.00 x 5 Wheel and Tire
Upsizing the wheel and tire to 5x5 size gives 1-3/8" more prop clearance. Extending the fork down 1-1/4" gives a total gain of 2-5/8" prop clearance.
Magnetic Door Holder
This modification may apply to all GlaStar and Sportsman doors, but in particular it is most helpful with the tailwheel configuration as the doors...