An FAA AD proposes to replace thousands of ECI connecting rods. Yet engine shops say Lycoming rods show identical benign in-use wear patterns.

Elite is a feature-rich IFR trainer with an extensive airplane library and impressive weather effects.

Versa-True has more positioning flexibility but RAMs gadget cradle is superior and it costs half as much. Best value is the RAM suction mount.

If VOR is important, the Sportys SP-200 wins hands down. The ICOM IC-A6 is tops for comm only but we say pass on any Vertex radio.

But SMA is mulling a price reduction. We found the engine to be a strong, smooth performer. What the project most needs is an OEM benefactor.

Tired of spewing expensive oxygen all over the cabin? Precise Flights conserver controls the flow.