Paint Codes for Matching GlaStar Gelcoat
Matching the GlaStar gel coat can be a challenge, but our members have provided the following tips for getting the right color.
DuPont Imron
Imron paint...
Ten Things You Can Do to Help Him Build the Airplane
Note to readers: This article is not intended to give anyone the impression that it’s always the guy who builds the plane while his...
GlaStar Jacking Adapter
Here is my jacking adapter for my GlaStar. As you can see, it requires that the cut-outs for the other landing gear legs be...
Marking Electrical Wires and Connectors
This couple of tips for marking electrical connections from builder Roy Kokenge might save you some time when you are doing your wiring.
Dye for connectors:...
Orville’s Gravity Fuel System
Fuel system problems are the leading cause of experimental airplane accidents. All fuel systems should be carefully evaluated and thoroughly tested prior to flight....
Trike vs. Tail-dragger
Many builders have asked the question, “Trike or taildragger?” My short answer for them would be, “I would suggest you go with the trike,...
Weight Conscious GlaStar Assembly
In the beginning stages of developing the GlaStar we set goals for performance, weight, build time (don’t laugh—the industry’s come a long way from...
Aileron Servo Tabs and Aileron Trim
Aileron Servo Tabs
I have designed and built some servo tabs that can be added to the ailerons after the fact to reduce the aileron...
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Flying In Poor Weather
The GlaStar is such a fine, stable airplane flying slowly that it opens up some interesting possibilities for poor weather flying. Have you thought...
Montana GlaStar
Written by Martin Elshire
I have been in the aviation industry for most of my life and working on general aviation aircraft electronics for the...