ABOUT THE BEARHAWK

The Bearhawk launched onto the kit-built aircraft scene in 2001, and since that time the well-received aircraft designs of Bob Barrows have secured their place in the world of aviation. Originally conceived as a personal project by Barrows to carry aircraft engines for delivery as freight, the aircraft proved useful in a number of other roles. Today, builders and pilots utilize the Bearhawk for backcountry and recreational flying, to transport gear and supplies, on cross-country adventure and exploration, and in a host of other roles.

The number of Bearhawk aircraft registrations is increasing across the U.S. and around the globe. With this popularity, the Bearhawk team decided it was time to publish a magazine with the express purpose of compiling and disseminating articles of interest to owner/operators as well as the extended aviation community. The focus of Bearhawk Magazine will, of course, be the Bearhawk line of aircraft. In these pages, we will share the experiences of builders, the unique personalities of Bearhawk pilots, plus everything that’s new and exciting in the Bearhawk world. We will take you on a ride with the history, the people, and the thoughtful ideas that came together to bring you the amazing Bearhawk aircraft.

In the first edition of Bearhawk magazine, we will introduce the three current designs: Bearhawk 4-Place, Bearhawk Patrol, and Bearhawk LSA. From the articles, and supporting content, you will learn what makes each of these aircraft uniquely suited to its role in aviation. Next, we will tell the story of Bob Barrows, a seasoned aircraft and engine builder, and pilot. The knowledgeable Jared Yates will narrate a history, giving enlightening facts about Bob and his motivations for creating these exciting airplanes. Personal stories from some compelling Bearhawk owner/pilots will put you behind the stick of the aircraft. We round out this issue with a depiction of the aircraft’s performance and specifications, then a detailed review of kit manufacturing and construction of this outstanding aircraft.

We anticipate that we’ll quickly run out of space in this first edition, so we are already looking forward to many more issues of Bearhawk Magazine. We hope in future editions to share your stories and experiences with Bearhawk aircraft. And, it’s likely that future designs and alterations will entice you, our readers, to become an involved part of the growing Bearhawk community.

Please enjoy the magazine and feel free to provide feedback on content that you would like to see us cover. If you are interested in contributing to the magazine, or if you have a product that you wish to advertise, please contact publisher Mark Goldberg at Bearhawk Aircraft. He has the know-how to make this happen and is a valuable resource if you have any questions about the Bearhawk. And finally, if you are new to the Bearhawk community, we wish to welcome you to one of the most exciting groups of aircraft owners and operators around. We are pilots, owners and operators who enjoy adventure, and we are passionate about flying Bearhawk aircraft. 

Publishing & Advertising

Mark Goldberg n95mf@hotmail.com

Editing & Production

Mike Taylor mike.taylor@ctay.net

Contributing Writers

Chuck Berthe cjberthe@gmail.com

Bud Davisson buddairbum@cox.net

Georg Himmeroeder ghim@gmx.net

Dave Lenart dllenart@earthlink.net

Wayne Massey nybearhawk@gmail.com

Eric Newton mybearhawk@att.net

Jared Yates email@jaredyates.com

AviPro Aircraft, Ltd. dba Bearhawk Aircraft P.O. Box 9018

Austin, TX 78766

1-877-528-4776 info@bearhawkaircraft.com www.bearhawkaircraft.com