Piper Models
Explore the cool comfort, hidden complexities, performance trade-offs, and costs associated with factory air conditioning systems in Piper PA-28…
A retired airline pilot gives his Piper PA-23 Apache a panel upgrade with modern round gauges, preserving the airplane’s retro…
Discover the thrill of training in a Piper Super Cub on floats at an iconic facility that has trained over…
A 1941 J-3 Cub Special, owned by Connecticut pilot Rod McKenzie, has been restored to honor heroic British aviators of…
From need-to-fly to love-to-fly, Dr. Frederick D. Poage shares his aviation journey that led to ownership of the versatile Piper…
When it comes to PA-22 rebuilds, there are good Tri-Pacers and there are great Tri-Pacers. This is the story of…
“King Salmon Tower, Cherokee N32785 is a Cherokee Six, 8 miles east of the field; inbound for landing Runway 18;…
A highly experienced pilot has strong opinions about the Pacer and Tri-Pacer. His flight in a Tri-Pacer tailwheel conversion puts…
Photos by Mike Maez Ever since I was a kid I’ve always been obsessed with anything fast. Anytime a plane…
Upsizing your vintage Piper wheels and tires. A cub is a young bear as well as the mascot for…
Interview by PFA Staff | Photos courtesy Piper Aircraft Piper Flyer recently queried Piper Aircraft president…
While instructing an apprehensive student pilot, a Master CFI rediscovers the magic of the J-3. It’s been nearly 20 years…

