
Recently I wrote about an American classic, Luscombe’s Model 8 LSA. We can go back even further in time and uncover a handsome flock of highly affordable airplanes that also check the vintage box. Welcome to Robert Baslee‘s amazing production of vintage early 20th Century airplanes that ordinary people can build and fly. Airdrome’s many models — five of which can be built as Part 103 ultralights — look like a page from history but fly well in the modern world. Here is one man’s very successful mission to both preserve aviation heritage and give you the chance to participate in the fun …without having to do all the research Robert does. As a bonus, many of these kits assemble much faster than many kit designs. Modern Pilots, Meet Airdrome Aeroplanes Robert is incredibly productive. In the video below, he notes he has introduced 25 new models in 25 years.