Omar Filipovic

1 week ago | kitplanes.com | Omar Filipovic

Keeping a builder’s log is an important part of constructing an Experimental aircraft—but it’s rarely anyone’s favorite task. The KitFlight app aims to change that, offering a modern, mobile-first approach that turns documentation into a streamlined and insightful part of the build process. KitFlight runs on iPhone, iPad, and Mac computers and is designed specifically for Experimental aircraft builders.

2 weeks ago | kitplanes.com | Omar Filipovic

Planning to fly to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025? Be sure to download the updated Oshkosh Notice (commonly known as the NOTAM), which outlines FAA-approved arrival and departure procedures for this year’s fly-in, set for July 21–27 at Wittman Regional Airport. The 2025 Notice is effective from noon CDT on Thursday, July 17, through noon CDT on Monday, July 28, and applies to aircraft arriving at both Oshkosh and surrounding airports.

2 weeks ago | kitplanes.com | Omar Filipovic

The Lexington Herald Leader is reporting that Kolb Aircraft is among the business whose hangars and airplanes were heavily damaged by the tornado which struck the area on May 17. “Charles May, co-owner of Kolb Aircraft, and several employees and friends were pulling out tools and whatever else they could find from the remains of Kolb’s large hangar, much of which leaned precariously.

3 weeks ago | kitplanes.com | Omar Filipovic

Work continues at a steady pace on Van’s RV-15, the company’s first high-wing design aimed at the backcountry market. Since its debut, the RV-15 has seen extensive flight testing, evaluation, and refinement as Van’s works to fine-tune the airplane for both performance and buildability. The latest prototype sports a longer tailcone and an all-new empennage with a conventional elevator and horizontal stabilizer.

1 month ago | kitplanes.com | Omar Filipovic

Dynon Avionics has announced the acquisition of UK-based Trig Avionics, known for its transponders and compact radio systems. The deal brings Trig into the Dynon Group, formalizing a relationship that has included years of collaboration on integrated products. Trig has supplied Dynon with private-labeled transceivers and transponders used in SkyView and Advanced Flight Systems panels.