Plane and Pilot

JANUARY 18, 2025

Additionally, the interior and paint were done in 2001/2002 and still show like new, To make an already quick and efficient airplane even more slippery, a previous owner has installed a number of drag-reduction modifications. These include a new nose bowl and dorsal fin/tail root fairings from Lasar Speed Mods.

Transponder 98

Transponder Airplanes Drag Knot 98

Airspeed Junkie

AUGUST 2, 2024

Notable design changes included the introduction of a swept tail design in 1960 and a new cowl design in 1961, which improved aerodynamics and performance. ADS-B Out options include installing a Mode S/ES transponder with WAAS GPS, while ADS-B In capabilities can be achieved through permanent UAT installations or portable receivers.

Knot 98

Knot Cockpit Pilot Gross Weight 98

Plane and Pilot

DECEMBER 2, 2024

It was likely chosen as the lead for its Rebecca airborne transceiver, which connected to the Eureka ground transponder carried by the pathfinders. They were counted as they loaded up and sat between each other’s legs, facing the tail. That evening, the pilots prepared to launch. Eisenhower on field,” the journal continues.

Airplanes 97

Airplanes Pilot Cockpit Tail 97

Plane and Pilot

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Planespotters note the F2’s separate ailerons and flaps, conventional tail. Out back, theres an entirely new tail. Theres an unusual duck tail between the two elevator halves that provides a measure of anti-stall behavior. You’ll note a change in drag with final flaps accompanied by a mild pitch change.

Rudder 98

Rudder Airplanes Aileron Crosswind 98

Photographic Logbook

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Though renowned for its maneuverability, the Triplane struggled to pull away from the Camel, fighting against the fundamental drag of its triple tiered wings. He's at full takeoff power and he's got the tail up! This is the magic of Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome, the Hudson Valley's temporal anomaly. 1927 Stinson SM-1 "Detroiter" (original).

Airplanes 56

Airplanes Runway Pilot Aileron 56