We’ll be at the AOPA fly -in on Friday and Saturday, September 13–14, in Tullahoma, Tennessee! Join Van’s Aircraft for what’s sure to be a fun and terrific aviation event. We plan to have one of our RV–14A aircraft at the show, plus AOPA will have their new sweepstakes aircraft – A Van’s RV–10 […]
David writes in to tell us about the first flight of his RV -9A. Congrats, David! ”After three and a half years of building, my friend and trusted pilot Stever Beaver took my plane for its first flight. According to Steve, it is ‘a very well balanced, very smooth and gentle flying airplane. It […]
[…] Let’s 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 Van’s Aircraft […]
We’ll be at the AOPA fly -in on June 21–22 in Livermore, California! Join the Van’s Aircraft crew for what’s 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 […]
Hello Vans, I got the Grin on the morning of January 3rd 2019 after 4 years and 9 months of building. Actually I have been grinning the whole build it has truly been an amazing journey that I hope will continue for many many years. When I was about 14, back to 1985 I […]
[…] the ends! Now position the spinner backplate in front of the engine with it spaced ahead of the crankshaft ring gear on the PVC pipes. Ordinary hardware -store bolts can be used to hold it there. They go through the spinner bulkhead and the PVC and the starter ring gear and the crankshaft flange. […]
[…] run wires and tubing through the wing ribs. 1. The tooling holes in the ribs may be drilled to a maximum of 5/8” and plastic Bushings SB625 -7 installed. These bushings have a 7/16” inside diameter and should be adequate for most needs. Of course, smaller bushings can also be used. 2. An additional […]
Join Van’s Aircraft at the Sun ‘n Fun International Fly -In Expo this year, April 2nd through the 7th in Lakeland, Florida! Several of our employees – including Vic, Sterling, Eric and Greg – will be there with two of our factory aircraft: The RV–14 and RV–12iS. Stop by to talk aviation, get a close look […]
[…] Keil Road NE, Aurora, Oregon. View Larger Map Airport Information: AURORA STATE AIRPORT (KUAO) – AURORA, OR Runways: 17 and 35 Tower: 120.35 ATIS: 118.52 Lat/Long: 45 -14–49.700N / 122–46–12.200W (45.2471389 / -122.7700556) (estimated) Elevation: 200 ft. / 61.0 m (surveyed) Variation: 18E (1995) From city: 1 mile NW of AURORA, OR Dimensions: 5004 […]
[…] 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 – a new, state of the art CNC punch press which is now being used […]
[…] will not be repealed by human wishful thinking. If you have any reservations at all about your flying skills, experience or currency, why jump into a high -performance airplane that you’ve never flown before and risk all that work and possibly your life? Especially when there is an alternative. Transition Training: What it is […]
Once again, come spend some time with us this year at AirVenture 2019 in Oshkosh! We will be in an all -new location, closer to show center and right off the flight line in the new Homebuilt area. You’ll find us at the corner of Wittman Rd. and Gallatin Ave. As always, we’ll bring […]
[…] still not answered, please contact us via one of the methods below. Factory & Headquarters Van’s Aircraft, Inc. 14401 Keil Road NE Aurora, OR 97002 Phone: 503 -678–6545 FAX: 503–678–6560 Aurora State Airport (KUAO) Directions: Get driving directions to the Van’s Aircraft factory E–mail Addresses: General Information: info@vansaircraft.com Parts and Merchandise Orders: orders@vansaircraft.com Aircraft Kit […]
Congrats to Pat Geyer on his RV -7! I was in the process of restoring and RV–6A but found many structural issues due to the method of build and was looking for a kit that someone was abandoning. While at Oshkosh my wife, Mary, and I went to the Van’s display. Mary suggested that […]
Congratulations on the new RV -7A! After a 6 hours engine ground run test with shround installed… the oil and cht temperature tends to stabilized. On Friday, 02/07/2025.. Captain Adi Mutaqin act as test pilot for PK–S472 made a several high speed taxi and even hop on above grass runway. The engine roared to […]
[…] 2025! Come see us at the Van’s booth, No. 605 in the Homebuilt Display area! We’re still working out the details on our forums for this year, but our “What’s New at Van’s” forum will be held on Monday morning—not Tuesday, which is traditionally the day—plus we’ll have several more during the weeklong airshow.
[…] in advance to help ensure availability. These changes are part of our plan to provide you with more timely assistance while maintaining quality phone support and in -person experiences. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a demo flight, please don’t hesitate to reach out — we’re here to help! – […]
[…] and the plane trimmed very nicely. Quite a sense of accomplishment having putting it together piece by piece. A wonderful education. I want to thank my supportive wife Lisa, the Van’s staff that have kept the mother ship going, and Delta Romeo at VAF for providing a forum for advice throughout the build process. Thanks!!
Congratulations to Frank on his new RV -14A! He writes: On the 121st anniversary of the Wright Brothers first flight, our RV–14A took its first flight. We took off in light winds for its first hour of flying and to begin engine break–in and flight test. Really no serious squawks were uncovered and sure […]
Congratulations to Adrien on the completion of his new RV -7! He writes: Building the RV–7 was an amazing experience. The planning, the days spent in the hangar with my friend Xavier (also a builder), the questions, and solving (small) issues – I miss all of that today! On March 20th, after 4 years […]
