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Aero Connections
Ultralight & Light-Sport Aviation
March 2024 Past Issue
★ March 2024 Issue

Powered Hang Gliders —
Are Here!

FAR103 weight-shift trikes explained. Plus: SUN 'n FUN 2024 preview, Paradise City Forums full schedule, Oceanside Open, and more inside.

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Aero Connections March 2024 Cover
Feature Stories
FAR103 Weight Shift Trikes Feature Story
Cover Story · Weight-Shift Aviation

Powered Hang Gliders are Here!

Tabor Coates breaks down the exciting return of FAR103 weight-shift trikes — what they are, how they fly, and why powered hang gliders are capturing the imagination of a new generation of ultralight pilots. A complete guide to this unique and exhilarating category of sport aviation.

Tabor Coates p. 4
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Paradise City Volunteers
Events Preview

SUN 'n FUN 2024

Paul Czarnecki previews the volunteers, exhibitors, and highlights that make SUN 'n FUN 2024 one of the most anticipated fly-ins of the year for the ultralight and LSA community.

Paul Czarnecki p. 8
Paradise City Booth Spaces
Exhibitor News

Light Plane Exhibitor Spaces Sold Out

Demand is sky-high — light plane exhibitor spaces at SUN 'n FUN are fully booked. Don't wait until next year; secure your booth space early to guarantee your spot at the show.

AeroSports Editorial p. 10
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Events Guide

Paradise City Forums 2024

The full Paradise City forum schedule for SUN 'n FUN 2024 — seminars, clinics, and sessions covering everything from regulations to new aircraft technology. Plan your week here.

AeroSports Editorial p. 28
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Competition

Oceanside Open

John Kranske covers the Oceanside Open — one of the standout competitions in the ultralight calendar, bringing together pilots for a great day of sport aviation camaraderie and flying.

John Kranske p. 21
Also Inside
Gaggle Flight Recorder
Technology

Gaggle Flight Recorder

Ryon O'Conner explores the Gaggle Flight Recorder — a practical look at how this tool is helping ultralight and light-sport pilots track, analyze, and improve their flying.

Ryon O'Conner p. 46