2024 Zenith Homecoming Open Hangar Days and Fly-In: September 20 & 21

Thank you to everyone who visited and participated at the 33rd annual Zenith Homecoming event!
What a fantastic Open Hangar Days and Fly-In!

Photos and videos of the 2024 event


Follow-up articles:

Thank you to the sponsors and participants!

See you next year! Save the date for 2025: September 19th & 20th

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You're invited to the 2024 Zenith Homecoming / Open Hangar Days and Fly-In on September 20 and 21, 2024, in Mexico, Missouri.   [Last updated: 9/16/24]

This will be our 33rd annual event at the kit aircraft factory in Mexico, Missouri. Join us at the Zenith HOMECOMING OPEN HANGAR DAYS and Builder Fly-In on both Friday and Saturday

This year we're celebrating the 40th anniversary of the low-wing Zenith CH600 series designs by aeronautical engineer Chris Heintz, and we'll be showcasing the newly expanded Zenith Aircraft kit factory and hangar showroom.

As in past years, we are planning educational and fun (including flying) activities over two full days at the factory at Mexico Memorial Airport (KMYJ). Fly-in or drive in for the activities! Note: if you are planning to attend for only one day, we recommend Saturday as the best day to visit. Click on the video above for a brief summary of last's year's event:

The annual Zenith Homecoming event is presented by the Chris Heintz Foundation, Inc

We'll have numerous activities for both builders and pilots of Zenith kit planes (as well as all aviation enthusiasts) starting on Friday morning. There will be new seminars and workshops (see below), and a Zenith "banquet" bbq dinner on Friday evening, and a dinner late Saturday afternoon right at the factory!

The annual Zenith Homecoming event is presented by the Chris Heintz Foundation, Inc. We thank the following sponsors and participants: 
All indications are that we'll have a great turnout this year once again.

The free seminars and workshops presented at the Zenith Homecoming are a great way to learn about Zenith Aircraft and all of the options to choose from when building and finishing your own airplane. Plan to attend all day Friday for the seminars, especially if you're a Zenith builder or flyer (or planning to become one). If you've already built your Zenith airplane, consider participating on one of the panel discussions or hosting your own seminar (focusing on a specific topic of interest to fellow builders and flyers).

2024 Zenith Aircraft Homecoming: Schedule of Events

(Below is schedule, subject to updates. Times and topics subject to change).

 
Friday, September 20, 2024 at Mexico Memorial Airport

7:30 – 9:00 am Pancake breakfast, prepared by EAA Chapter 944, compliments of Wheels and Wings 

9:00 - 9:50 am

  • Zenith Factory Tour: Travis Kobush, Zenith's production manager, will guide visitors through the newly expanded kit aircraft factory
  • Ongoing Airworthiness for your Zenith: Matt Heintz will share valuable information about ongoing airworthiness and construction standards for Zenith aircraft designs. Presented by the Chris Heintz Foundation, LLC. (On the ramp by the Zenith hangar)
  • “Planning for Success: Design and layout for Dynon Systems” by David Weber of Dynon (Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Hangar) 

10:00 - 10:50 am

  • Introduction to Building your own Zenith Kit Airplane. Learn about getting started on your own Zenith kit project. Overview of the kit, basic skills and tools, and building tips, with Q&A about building your own Zenith. (Zenith hangar)
  • MOSAIC and Government Issues Update. Charlie Becker from EAA will discuss the latest FAA/governmental issues affecting Zenith builders and owners, including the latest about the FAA’s MOSAIC NPRM, task based phase one flight testing, LODA, Basic Med and fuel issues. (Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Hangar)
  • Corvair Engine: Check out Corvair automotive conversion components, see Corvair installations in Zeniths and learn more about light aircraft engine operations. William Wynne (On the ramp by the Zenith hangar)

11:00 - 11:50 am

  • Hand Painting Your Airplane: Roll and Tip Method, by Steve Aupperle who painted his own CH 750 Cruzer by hand. (Zenith Aircraft hangar)
  • ULPower Engines: Learn about the lightweight and modern ULPower engines and about their installation and operation in Zenith aircraft. Herman Eshuis from Wheels and Wings / ULPower distributor (in front of Zenith hangar)
  • Garmin Avionics for Zeniths: Brad Brensing from Garmin Aviation will discuss Garmin avionics solutions for Zenith kit aircraft offered through Zenith. (Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Hangar)

12:00 pm - 12:50 pm

  • Panel Discussion: Instrument panels. Builders/pilots talk about creating a customized instrument panel that will suit your needs and style, with discussion about glass panel displays vs steam gauges, un-panel display, iPads, etc. (Zenith Hangar)
  • Zenith.Aero, online community for builders and flyers: Moderator John Austin will provide an overview of the resources available on the Zenith.aero website. www.zenith.aero (Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Hangar)

1:00 - 1:50 pm

  • Women's Introduction to Aircraft Building workshop: Hands on workshop by and for women aircraft builders. Come learn about the tools and skills needed to assemble and build a modern kit airplane. (Zenith hangar workshop area). 
  • Propellers: Choosing the right propeller for your Zenith. Steve Boser, of Sensenich propellers, will discuss how to properly choose the right propeller for your Zenith airplane (in front of the Zenith Hangar)
  • Aircraft Engine Oil Analysis. Larry Nelson of Lab One Inc. will discuss the importance of oil analysis and preventive maintenance practices. (Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Hangar)

2:00 - 2:50 pm

  • Zenith Aircraft Assembly Demonstration: Check out the features of the latest Zenith kits with final hole size match-drilled parts and components (in the Zenith hangar)
  • Panel Discussion: Paint/Polish/Wrap your Zenith aircraft, Builders discuss the most popular methods for putting a “finish” on your Zenith aircraft. (Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Hangar)
  • Viking Engines: Jan Eggenfellner will discuss the Honda-based Viking Aircraft Engines, and show the engine installed in a Viking powered airplane (in front of the Zenith Hangar)

3:00 - 3:50 pm

  • Using technology to (help you) build your Zenith. Builder Carson Stilson (who is also a social media content creator with a following in the hundreds of thousands) will share details about some modern tools and apps available to make you a more effective builder. (Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Hangar)
  • More Zenith Aircraft Assembly Demonstrations: Hands-on demonstrations of the kit assembly procedures and tools needed to build your own Zenith kit airplane (in the Zenith hangar)
  • DUC Propellers - Gaetan from DUC Propellers will share details and information about the popular DUC propellers, and provide useful guidance to help builders/pilots choose the right prop for their aircraft/engine (in front of the Zenith hangar)

4:00 - 5:00 pm

  • ENGINE Panel Discussion: Engine company representatives, owners and pilots of various Zenith aircraft will discuss the specific engine they are flying behind in their Zenith, and will share their experiences regarding installation, maintenance, performance, and more! (Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Hangar)
  • Mark Seaver will showcase aerodynamic external fairing kits, flooring, seats, interiors and accessories that he manufactures for Zeniths through North American Aerospace Holdings (in front of the Zenith Hangar)

5:00 - 7:30 pm (or later)

  • Zenith Builders Banquet Dinner: Informal BBQ buffet dinner (served by Pig Up & Go) gathering of Zenith enthusiasts, builders & pilots on the ramp in front of the Zenith Aircraft factory, starting around 5:00 pm. Cash bar opens around 4:30 pm. Updates from Zenith (with special guests) presented after dinner. Awesome door prizes, and more!
    Purchase your dinner tickets online or at the eventStay for after-dinner camaraderie!


Saturday, September 21
 at Mexico Airport (Tentative Schedule. Times and topics subject to change)

The Saturday events at the Zenith factory include self-guided Zenith factory tours, hands-on building projects inside the factory, Zenith aircraft on display in the air and on the ground, great food, and fun contests for our visitors to enjoy, along with educational seminars throughout the day. Stay for the late afternoon fried chicken dinner and awards ceremony starting a 4:30 pm. Note that some of the presentations on Saturday are repeat seminars from Friday. This allows visitors to sit in on presentations even if they are scheduled at the same time as other presentation.

Seminars, workshops, and activities. See actual schedule (link at top of page)

The Saturday events at the Zenith factory include self-guided Zenith factory tours, hands-on building projects inside the factory, Zenith aircraft on display in the air and on the ground, along with educational seminars throughout the day. Stay for the late afternoon fried chicken dinner and awards ceremony starting at 4:30 pm.

 

7:30 – 9:00 am Pancake breakfast (prepared by EAA Chapter 944, compliments of KITPLANES magazine and AVEMCO aviation insurance)

9:00 - 10:00 am

  • Zenith Factory Tour: Travis Kobush, Zenith Aircraft's production manager, will guide visitors through the Zenith kit aircraft factory, including a sneak-peek at the Zenith expansion currently underway (Zenith Hangar)
  • Design and construction for your Zenith: Matt Heintz will give valuable information involving ongoing airworthiness and construction standards for Zenith aircraft. Presented by the Chris Heintz Foundation, LLC. (On the ramp by the Zenith hangar)
  • Scratch-building your own Zenith: Learn about the skills and tools needed to scratch-build your own Zenith just from the Drawings and manuals. Presented by Clint Gosch, a Zenith scratch builder (Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Hangar)

10:00 - 10:50 am

  • Transition Training: Phil Cook of Lavion Aero will share details about transition training in Zeniths as well as first flight preparedness. (Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Hangar)
  • Zenith STOL CH 750 SD and STOL CH 801: Randy Shannon will share information and details about his two Zeniths (in front of the Zenith hangar)

10:00 – 3:00 - Zenith Aircraft Show: A select group of Zenith aircraft builders and flyers will judge the Zenith aircraft flown in to the Homecoming, to choose a number of exceptionally built, equipped and finished Zeniths. The winners will be announced after the Saturday dinner, with some fantastic prizes to be awarded. (Airplane owners: Register your Zenith at the gazebo outside of the Zenith factory hangar all day Friday or on Saturday morning).

10:50 am: Annual "Group Photo" of builders and their planes in front of the Zenith factory. 

11:00 - 11:50 am

  • Introduction to Building your own Zenith: Introducing the Zenith kits! Learn about getting started on your own Zenith kit project. Overview of the kit, with Q&A about building your own Zenith. (Zenith hangar)
  • Building my Zenith kit in 18 months (and not being retired)” Peter Eiberger will share tips and info about building his Zenith CH 750 Cruzer (Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Hangar)

12:00 pm - RIBBON CUTTING Zenith Aircraft Expansion. Join us for the ribbon cutting ceremony inside the newly expanded kit aircraft factory. Presented by the Mexico Area Chamber of Commerce, with local dignitaries. Inside the new expansion (west end).

12:30 - 1:20 pm

  • Creating and Sharing Your Project (building and flying) Content on Social Media. Popular content creator Carson Stilson (and others) will share information on creating and sharing content as you build and fly your Zenith airplane. (Zenith Hangar) 
  • “Planning for Success: Design and layout for Dynon Systems” by David Weber of Dynon (Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Hangar) 
  • Vinyl Wraps: Zenith builder Phil Schmidt will share information about vinyl wrap finishes instead of painting (in front of the Zenith factory)

1:30 - 2:20 pm

  • STOL and Flying Demonstrations: Short Take-Off and Short (Precision) Landing as well as other flying  demonstrations, at Mexico Memorial Airport (weather permitting, time subject to change)
  • AeroLEDs – Susan Calvin of AeroLEDs will share details about their revolutionary LED landing, taxi, recognition, and navigational lighting solutions for Zenith airplanes (Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Hangar) 

2:30 - 3:20 pm

  • Second (and subsequent) Owners of Zenith kits and flying airplanes: Discussion and information useful to owners of "used" Zenith homebuilt aircraft, whether the owner of a used kit or a used flying Zenith (Zenith Hangar)
  • Garmin Experimental Solutions for Zeniths: Factory rep from Garmin International will discuss Garmin avionics solutions for Zenith kit aircraft offered through Zenith. (Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Hangar)
  • ULPower Engines: Learn about the lightweight and modern ULPower engines and about their installation and operation in Zenith aircraft. Herman Eshuis from Wheels and Wings / ULPower distributor (in front of Zenith hangar)

3:30 - 4:20 pm

  • Beyond the Build: What You Need to Know. There are lots of things besides drilling and riveting that you need to know when building your own aircraft. Charlie Becker from EAA will walk you through the “other stuff” like in process inspections, builders logs, FAA paperwork, taxes, insurance, and much more. (Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Hangar)
  • Andy Womack of PlanePliers will share details about a new take on cleco pliers that “latch closed once squeezed, with magnets that cause the clecos to snap into place,” making using clecos more accessible (Zenith Hangar)
  • Viking Engines: Jan Eggenfellner, Viking Aircraft Engines (in front of Zenith Hangar)

4:30 - 6:00 pm - Fried Chicken Dinner and Awards Ceremony in front of the Zenith Aircraft factory. Cash bar opens at 3:30 pm, dinner starts at 4:30 pm. Awards will be presented following the dinner. Purchase your dinner tickets online or in the Zenith office

4:30 pm Cleco Contest!: With the pre-dinner crowd watching and cheering you on, show off your cleco skills! Join in on the fun! Sign-up sheets will be available with a limited number of contestants allowed. (Zenith Hangar)

 

The banquet dinner will include special presentations, and there will be some fantastic door prizes from our valued sponsors and vendors! Purchase your dinner tickets online

On the ramp at Zenith Aircraft company and Mexico Memorial Airport

Zenith builders and owners: Fly in with your Zenith aircraft and show off your plane in the new Zenith Aircraft Show (like a car show, but with airplanes) and be judged by the public and experienced builders. All Zenith aircraft are welcome and encouraged to participate in the Aircraft Show, even if your plane is older and not polished!

The Open Hangar Days event presents the opportunity for visitors to tour the Zenith Aircraft factory, meet the Zenith staff, and to socialize (safely, of course, during this ongoing pandemic) with fellow pilots, builders, and aviation enthusiasts. Join us both days for educational seminars (see below) on building and flying your own airplane, plus learn all about the latest avionics and engine technology from several vendors at the event.

We'll have some great informal seminars from actual Zenith builders and pilots, including:
[Some of this info is from 2023]

  • Charlie Becker, EAA’s director of chapters and homebuilding, will participate once again at the Zenith Homecoming, providing updates from EAA Headquarters about the latest FAA/governmental issues including the MOSAIC NPRM, task based phase 1 flight testing, LODA, Basic Med and fuel issues. He will also present a seminar title Beyond the Build - What You Need to Know, discussing aircraft ownership besdes drilling and riveting that you need to know when building your own aircraft and “other stuff” like in-process inspections, builders logs, FAA paperwork, taxes, insurance, and much more.
     
  • Steve Aupperle (from Michigan) built his own Zenith STOL CH 750 from a kit, and hand-painted his aircraft with a household paint roller. He will present a seminar titled "Hand Painting Your Airplane: Roll and Tip Method" to share his experiences, with tips and hints on hand painting your own aircraft. Check out this video from earlier this year as we spoke with Ramesh Nori who also hand-painted his Zenith with a paint roller. 
  • Clint Gosch (from Iowa) scratch-built his own STOL CH 750 (powered by a 100-hp Continental O-200 engine) from plans (blueprints). Once again, he will share details about the skills and tools needed to scratch-build your aircraft (from just drawings). He will also share details about his experiences installing and flying with a (used) Continental O-200 engine in his Zenith. Watch the video of Clint and his airplane. 
  • Women's Introduction to Aircraft Building workshop: Val Westedt (who has already built and flown her own Zenith) has volunteered to teach a workshop just for aspiring women airplane builders. "There should be more women building airplanes and I wanted to show them that they can learn the skills to do it,” she said. Back by popular demand, this workshop includes a hands-on building project. This is a great workshop not only for aspiring women builders, but also for all women (young and old!) who would like to learn more about light aircraft construction. 
  • Randy Shannon will return with his utility Zenith STOL CH 750 Super Duty as well as his four-seat STOL CH 801, and will share information about his Zenith aircraft

For the latest program updates, download a copy of the actual schedule (link at top of this page) and see the Discussions tap on the Facebook event page

  • Morning Breakfast: Friday morning's breakfast will be provided courtesy of Wheels and Wings (builder assistance), and KITPLANES magazine and Avemco Insurance Company will provide Saturday's pancake breakfast! Come early for breakfast on Friday morning before the seminars get underway, served by EAA Chapter 944!

The Saturday events at the Zenith factory include tours of the Zenith factory, hands-on building projects, Zenith airplanes on display in the air and on the ground, great food, and fun contests for our visitors to enjoy, along with educational seminars throughout the day.
 

 

We invite and encourage all Zenith builders, owners, pilots, and enthusiasts to come out! Learn more about building, flying and maintaining your Zenith aircraft, and meet with fellow builders and flyers. Owners of completed Zenith Aircraft are encouraged to fly-in for the activities and to show off their completed project to fellow builders (we will provide tie-down space and help facilitate ground transportation if possible).

 

Mexico's airport (KMYJ) offers 24-hr self serve fuel at competitive prices (including MOGAS), and has a terminal building with 24 hour access to the pilot lounge (with showers and internet access!). Let us know of any special needs or requirements.

Zenith owners: Please park your airplane as close to the Zenith factory as possible (on the Zenith ramp) on Saturday. Visitors come to see Zenith aircraft so make sure your aircraft can be found! We'll try to position and group all Zeniths in front of the factory for the group photo at 10:50 am. Please bring yourself a portable folding (lawn) chair. (Note that non-Zenith aircraft are welcome to fly in to the event but please park non-Zenith aircraft on the North end of the airport ramp parking area). Non Zenith aircraft types are invited to fly in for the events, but please park you aircraft on the north side of the main airport ramp area (well north of the fuel pumps) to allow space for Zeniths on the south side.

If flying in with your own aircraft, please bring your own aircraft tie-downs, especially if staying overnight.

There is no charge to attend the Open Hangar Day or any seminars or activities, with the exception of the Friday dinner at the Zenith factory. 


Note to builders: You can arrange to pick-up parts and kits at the Open Hangar Day if the parts have been ordered, paid for and confirmed prior to the Open Hangar Day.

We can help you to carpool if you are flying in and need a ride to and from a local hotel.

Camping at the event: There will be free camping available.

Tent camping with your plane or car is available, or set up your camper in the designated camp area (north side of airport, by the entrance).

There's also a public campground at scenic Lakeview Park a few miles away in the city of Mexico.


We're be pleased to be offering the new 2024 Zenith Homecoming t-shirt at the event. Be sure to pick one up or order one now (quantities are limited!)

 

 

Thanks to all our fabulous partners and sponsors who continue to support the Zenith Homecoming year after year:

Zenith Open Hangar Days Participants and Sponsors (subject to change and updates. This list is from last year).

Aircraft Spruce and Specialty is a long time supporter and sponsor of the Zenith Homecoming events. Aircraft Spruce and Specialty is the leading aviation, aircraft, and pilot supply house in the world. 

Experimental Aircraft Association 

Charlie Becker, a director at EAA, will participate to share the latest from EAA, including updates on FAA rules and regulations affecting homebuilders and sport and recreational pilots, as well as info on EAA's available resources to help builders, owners and pilots of amateur-built aircraft, including the technical advisor and flight advisor programs.

LAVION AERO, represented by owner Phil Cook, is uniquely qualified to provide a range of flight training and services for owners of Zenith kit aircraft. Having built, flown, and tested his own Zenith CH 750 Cruzer, in addition to flying and instructing in numerous other experimental aircraft, Phil can provide builders/owners with: Build review and assistance, First flights, Transition training, Advanced avionics setup and familiarization, Phase 1 fight testing assistance, and Ferrying.
 

Garmin International Inc. will be on hand to show the new Zenith CH 750 / CH 650 Avionics Package featuring Garmin G3X Touch Experimental/LSA Avionics. Brad Brensing from Garmin will demonstrate the equipment and capabilities included in the new Garmin package being offered through Zenith. Garmin will be donating fantastic prizes once again.

Kitplanes magazine will participate to share information about Kitplanes magazine, the leading how-to homebuilt aircraft magazine, and will donate, together with Avemco Aviation Insurance, the free breakfast on Saturday morning!

 

Corvair Engine guru William Wynne of FlyCorvair.com will attend to show the affordable Corvair auto conversion installation popular on many Zeniths. 

UL Power will be on hand to represent the new generation of light aircraft engines. The UL Power aircraft engines are direct-drive air-cooled lightweight engines featuring full FADEC technology (with fuel injection and electronic ignition). Represented by Herman Eshuis of Wheels & Wings.

 AeroLEDs offer state-of-the art lighting systems for light aircraft with the latest LED lighting technology, including nav/strobe lights and landing lights for light aircraft. AeroLED donates fantastic door prizes!
 

DUC Propellers is attending the Zenith Homecoming, represented by Gaetan Fouozing‎, who heads US Sales for the maker carbon composite aircraft propellers.

Viking Aircraft Engines produces a low-cost Honda-based light aircraft engine, and offers complete firewall-forward packages of the engine for installation in Zeniths. Jan and Alissa from Viking are returning to the Zenith Homecoming, flying from Florida in their Viking-powered STOL CH 750 Super Duty. Learn all about the Honda-based Viking engines, popular with many Zenith aircraft builders and owners. Jan will be demonstrating his STOL CH 750 Super Duty both the on ground and in the air, and will offer demo flights!

Our friends at F&A Cycle in Columbia, Missouri, will be participating at the Homecoming once again. F&A Cycle offers exceptional powder coating services as well as Cerakote finishes. Check out the amazing finish and workmanship of Jason's STOL CH 750 airframe on display inside the Zenith hangar, and visit F&A Cycle in Columbia for a full range of products and services, from RC cars, parts and accessories, engine rebuilds, restorations, suspension tuning, paint, and full powder coating services.

Avemco Insurance Company will be participating at the Zenith event, and is co-sponsoring, with KITPLANES magazine, pancake breakfast on Saturday morning: Come early for a free breakfast with the airplanes in front of the Zenith kit aircraft factory! Avemco is the only direct writer of aircraft insurance, connecting you directly with an underwriter who is empowered to solve problems and approve coverage instantly instead of a middleman who simply passes your request on to somebody else.

Dynon Avionics will demonstrate its new glass panel display systems, and is donating some fantastic prizes to be awarded during the Zenith Homecoming!

Wheels & Wings (from north-central Florida) offers professional builder assistance services. Meet with Herman to learn more about the services of Wheels and Wings and how they can help you complete your Zenith kit project.

Sensenich aircraft propellers will attend and participate once again at the Zenith Homecoming. Steve Boser, president of Sensenich propellers, will be on hand to represent his company and present a seminar and workshop on how to properly choose the right propeller for your Zenith airplane, whether you are looking for max climb or max cruise performance.

Citizens Bank will be participating at the Homecoming for the first time. The small town bank offers competitive financing tailored specifically to Zenith kit builders, and will be offering great prizes!

EAA Chapter 944 of Chillicothe, MO has also organized an aviation-themed Missouri specialty​​ license plate featuring a Zenith STOL aircraft!

We've had fantastic events in past years at the Zenith Aircraft factory. Beautiful planes, perfect weather and awesome people! Check out some of the photos and videos from past events to get a feel about what the Zenith Homecoming is all about.

The last few years we have moved our larger gatherings outdoors to be able to better socially distance ourselves. Below: BBQ dinner on the Zenith ramp with the airplanes. What a great way to spend the evening!

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Comment by Zenith Aero on September 25, 2024 at 11:01am

Thank you to everyone who visited and participated at the 33rd annual Zenith Homecoming event!
What a fantastic Open Hangar Days and Fly-In!

Photos and videos of the 2024 event


Follow-up articles:

Thank you to the sponsors and participants!

See you next year! Save the date for 2025: September 19th & 20th

Comment by Zenith Aero on September 17, 2024 at 11:20am

Join Zenith Aircraft at 12:00 pm (noon) on Saturday, September 21, for the official Mexico Area Chamber of Commerce “Ribbon Cutting” celebrating the recently completed Zenith Aircraft expansion.
The Zenith expansion project started last year and completed in August, adds more than 10,000 sq.ft. to the Zenith Aircraft Company kit aircraft factory. The expansion provides additional space for increased kit aircraft parts fabrication, as well as shipping and receiving, and allows for an expanded Zenith aircraft “showroom” hangar (to also host Zenith’s popular hands-on workshop classes).

Comment by Zenith Aero on September 17, 2024 at 11:18am

Are you a musician? Make sure to bring your musical instrument to jam with fellow Zenith builders and pilots

Comment by Zenith Aero on August 30, 2024 at 2:56pm
A better set of cleco pliers?
When Andy Womack was building his Zenith STOL, his elderly father was having issues installing the clecos (sheet metal temporary fasteners), having difficulty keeping the pliers squeezed long enough to insert the clecos in the holes.
Necessity being the mother of invention, Andy embarked on a mission to develop an easier to use pair of cleco pliers: "Long story short, after many years and prototypes, I now have a pair of cleco pliers that are lighter and easier to use. They latch closed once squeezed, and magnets cause the clecos to snap into place."
Andy will be demonstrating his "PlanePliers" at the Zenith Homecoming, giving visitors the chance to try them out. We also plan to have a "Cleco contest" once again, to see if anyone can unseat the reigning champ, Roger Dubbert.

Comment by Zenith Aero on August 5, 2024 at 11:27am
Comment by Zenith Aero on August 5, 2024 at 11:25am

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