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Welcome, as you can see, we have switched the software running the forum. Why change? Unfortunately, our old software was no longer being supported. We were in the process of beta-testing the update when some unscrupulous folks found a vulnerability in the old software. This expedited the...

We have a motion and a second proposing a new forum channel for 3d printing Bearhawk parts. Does anyone have any thoughts? What should the scope be, should it be about just printing, cad design and 3d printing? Or something else? Should we configure the forum to allow .stl or .3mf file...

I wanted to let everyone know that Bob has a new website for marketing Bearhawk plans. There have been a few different sites over the years but this one has his blessing and includes some basic information about the planes and plans. If you are here you probably already have all of the info that...

From Bob, 9/26/2025: The name R&B Aircraft Co. has been used in the past for engines and Bearhawk plans and parts. I have given the engine business to my long time partner of 30 years, Mike Meador. The engine business will be called R&B Aircraft Co. I will be taking care of the Bearhawk plans...

Thank you to everyone who is reading this, and participating in the Bearhawk community. Thank you especially to the many folks who have subscribed to the Beartracks newsletter, whether this is your first year or your 30th! We are at a crucial point where I really need to hear from you. First...

If you are a consumer of GA news, I would highly recommend that you read this article and subscribe to their new newsletter: https://avbrief.org/so-long-avweb-hello-avbrief/

Save the date for Bob's annual fly-in at his airport on Saturday, October 18th. As usual, Bob will provide a main course lunch on Saturday and guests are invited to bring a covered dish to share as they are able. This year Bob has said he's interested in finding a new home for some of his...

I am sorry to have to inform you all that Virgil Irwin, who bought the kit business from Mark Goldberg at the first part of last year, is causing me a problem. Virgil and I have, for the last year, been trying to set up a business contract. I wanted one close to the one I had with Mark, but he...

I'm so grateful for the Bearhawk community that we have! One of my missions this year at Airventure will be to try and make connections with other aircraft type-specific communities, to help learn about what best practices they have discovered. Perhaps some of those lessons can be applied in our...

Bob has released the following Engineering Note: Engineering Note Subject: Landing Gear Leg Tubing Optional Upgrade For heavy duty use the landing gear legs can be changed to: -Front Legs: .083" Wall -Rear Legs: .095" Wall -Axle Tubing: 1-1/2" Diameter, .156" Wall The original size wall...

https://bearhawkforums.com/forum/bearhawk-general-discussion-news/94412-first-flight-n62588

It's now here: https://bearhawkforums.com/forum/flying-and-flight-testing/93565-n3xh-phase-1-flight-testing

In another week or two it will be time to start assembling the next issue of the Beartracks newsletter. Have you been up to anything interesting with your project? Are there any other builders who have inspired you with interesting stories that you'd like to know more about? Are there any...

Earlier today I sent out the email version of the third quarter Beartracks newsletter. If you are a subscriber and don't see the message, please let me know (beartracksnewsletter@gmail.com or 828-308-1543) and we'll sort it out! This issue is full of completions. So much so that its a little...

I've just sent the email version of the second quarter Beartracks newsletter. If you are subscriber and don't see the issue, please reach out so that we can troubleshoot. If you are not a subscriber and would like to be, here's where you can sign up: https://bearhawk.tips/beartracks-pricing...

The girls and I have been learning about 3D printing, and also the old Maule Fabric tester that I acquired needed a case. It has been a fun project! If anyone is into 3D printing and wants the files, they are on Printables at...

Coming up in another week there is a big total solar eclipse crossing the USA. Many people are planning to travel to see it, ourselves included. We have not made any firm plans, since we can travel by air and therefore attempt to chase the good weather. Our shortest path puts us in Indiana or...

Oriana Kononchuk's Bearhawk Patrol, with a vinyl wrap!

https://youtu.be/bMRosAEUVYM

Bob's Fly-in will be on Saturday, October 21st this year, at his airport VA04 just north of Roanoke Virginia. Plan to arrive in the morning and stay for lunch. Bring a side dish as you are able. If you would like driving or flying directions feel free to reply here. If you haven't driven or...