[…] does a writer mean when he waxes eloquent about âharmonized controlsâ or a âbenign stall?â Vanâs offers the chance to see for yourself⊠You can sometimes pre -arrange a demo ride at major fly–ins like Oshkosh, but the logistics of large airshows mean that rides re limited in number, and schedules are subject to […]
[…] always better. And third, what defines âbetterâ depends on your mission and needs. Starting to see how this works? Wooden propellers Historically, RVs frequently used wooden fixed -pitch propellers. These are available direct from the manufacturer (a partial list is included in the Builders Manual) and have given excellent service. Theyâre light, reasonably priced […]
[…] flight with a new or overhauled engine for it to run hotter than it will later when it is broken in. You need to run above 65 -70% power for at least the first 2–3 hours (Lycoming say 50hrs, but the first few are the most important) to seat the rings properly, and until […]
RV -9A N748PKâs airborne debut was a complete success, except for a glitch in not–as–redundant–as–I–thought avionics. Perfect CAVU day, 59F OAT, altimeter 29.98, wind 290 at 5 kts. Additional pilot Barry Weber (right seat) and I (left) rolled up to the movement area 30 seconds before Livermore Tower (KLVK) opened at 0700 local time. […]
[…] great info out there in the community, sprinkled with some not–too–good information. If in doubt about a problem, contact us for support. Â The Vanâs Air Force Forums Certainly, the largest single resource where people gather on the Internet to talk about all things RV–related is Doug Reevesâ amazing Vanâs Air Force forums and […]
The following are some of the common questions and answers submitted by customers following the publication of the Vanâs Aircraft Engineering videos that cover testing of laser -cut parts, and related results. We will be adding to this list of Q&A throughout January. Q: Why stop laser–cutting? There are a few reasons: Outsourced laser–cutting […]
[…] the 100% aircraft. Itâll never fly because there will allways be something to tweak or modify or adjust. 95%-97% will do. 2. Get onto a Facebook/Watts App/builder forum. Let others share your pain as you share theirs. Help is only a text away! All you need is in the kit just add fluids and […]
[…] parts and kits in ways never possible before. All changes take time, and sometimes the process of making important, positive changes results in temporary but necessary short -term impact. We acquired a major new piece of equipment last fall â a new, state of the art CNC punch press which is now being used […]
We recently made a small addition to every RV tail/empennage kit we ship. Weâre now including our OP -51 âSheet Metal Basicsâ kit, a small and practical learning exercise that folks can use to practice/develop their skills before jumping into building the actual tail kit. It certainly doesnât replace our more advanced practice kits […]
[…] means that all RVs do many, many things quite well. And while theyâre all fun to fly and perform quite well, each model has its own uniquely -appealing set of mission capabilities. This may pose a bit of a dilemma when a new builder is trying to decide, âWhich RV is best for me? […]
[…] engine, instruments, propeller, avionics and upholstery. All of our kits have been reviewed by the FAA and have been found eligible for licensing in the Experimental Amateur -Built category. This means the fabrication and assembly work we do for you on the QuickBuild kit is less than 50% of the total work required to […]
Vanâs provides a variety of downloadable items in support of kits and flying aircraft. Choose from the type of downloads you need below. RV -12/12iS avionics software downloads Dynon Skyview Garmin G3X Dynon D180 RV–12 and RV–12iS Electrical System Diagrams RV–12 misc. documents Canopy Warning Read–Me Files (AFS, G3X, Skyview) 3–view documents for all […]
[…] run wires and tubing through the wing ribs. 1. The tooling holes in the ribs may be drilled to a maximum of 5/8â and plastic Bushings SB625 -7 installed. These bushings have a 7/16â inside diameter and should be adequate for most needs. Of course, smaller bushings can also be used. 2. An additional […]
[…] after the cowl is fitted. DONâT install the baffle kit! It will need to be fitted to the cowl after it is fitted. What CAN I do? 1. Simulate the propeller location by the following method: First be sure the starter ring gear is ON the engine (the toothy thing on the front) Now […]
[…] Letâs Celebrate! This year marks the 40th anniversary of the RV–4. EAA established a special parking area just for RV–4s that flew in, Dick VanGrunsven presented a forum session on the history of the RV–4, and a variety of other cool things were scheduled in celebration of the anniversary. Come See Some Vanâs Aircraft […]
[…] off no heavy wing at all. 16 gallons in each tank. Brand new Titan Engine EGTâs maxed out at 410 in the climb, leveled off at 360 -380. No flap stall was 50 range, flaps in 46 range. One squelch adjustment on the Dynon and couple radio checks with the tower showed us loud […]
Congratulations to David on the first flight of his RV -10! He writes: With the sure and skillful hands of the very talented Vernon Darley, N4400k broke the sure grip of gravity, and took the sky for the first flight. The push of the throttle brought to life the amazing Io–540, and with great […]
Congratulations to Matt on the first flight of his RV -7A! Check out his wonderful first flight story: FF was amazing! A few squawks, all minorâŠone hour and 177 miles later (all over KCVBâŠmy ball of yarn track), she landed perfectly. New YIO–360–EXP / Hartzell CS two blade / Dynon HDX / Avidyne IFD […]
Join Vanâs Aircraft at the Sun ân Fun International Fly -In Expo this year, April 2nd through the 7th in Lakeland, Florida! Several of our employees â including Vic, Sterling, Eric and Greg â will be there with two of our factory aircraft: The RV–14 and RV–12iS. Stop by to talk aviation, get a close look […]
Weâll be at the AOPA fly -in on June 21–22 in Livermore, California! Join the Vanâs Aircraft crew for whatâs sure to be a fun and terrific aviation event. We plan to have our RV–10 and RV–12iS factory airplanes at the show! Lots of opportunities to have fun, learn and enjoy aviation! Please be […]
