Pipers Magazine September 2026

8 Featured Plane Dad's Wing Wagon A Cherokee 235 Built for Family, Friendship, and Flying By Diana Jones

16 Sky Talk New Purchase Coverage How to Ensure You're Insured Before You Take the Plunge By Scott "Sky" Smith

20 Fuel Tank Repair New England Aero By Gerry Sykes & Michelle Verrilli Sponsored Content

22 High-Tech One Upmenship By Joel A. Turpin, ATP CFII FAA Master Pilot

24 Pitfalls In Troubleshooting Think First, Fix Faster By Carl Ziegler, A&P/IA

30 Maintenance Mistakes That Cost Owners Protect Your Airplane and Your Wallet

34 To Korea With Luck 7,500 Miles of Wind, Weather, and Waiting By Bill Cox

36 AirVenture 2026 Show Report The Memorable Week in Oshkosh Proved General Aviation is Thriving Among Enthusiasts of All Ages By Carie Ferg

46 Hangar Tip More Than a Pretty Cabin By Ron Matta, Aviation Creations