The following four videos cover the process of bonding the windscreen to the aluminum skin on the RV–14. The same process review and instructions are also quite useful for any windscreen/metal skin application. Canopy Fairing Area Preparation: Filling the Void: Fiberglass Layup: Sanding and Finish:
[…] of extensive testing of laser–cut parts manufactured for Van’s Aircraft shows that the parts are safe for use in aircraft construction. Van’s Aircraft worked with a third–party professional company that specializes in fatigue and materials testing in the design and execution of its test program, which included the same tests being run at both […]
[…] of the businesses that offer workshops are also Builder Assistance Centers – a place where you can have your kit delivered, go to their facility, and get professional instruction and assistance from experienced builders while you learn and build your RV. In the United States, the FAA requires that you (one or more amateurs) […]
[…] autopilot, and dual EFIS screens runs about $232,500). The RV–12iS is a great–to–fly, light sport machine with a high useful load and low operating costs. Discover why professional flight schools as well as private owners enjoy the reliability, utility, and all–around fun of flying and operating the RV–12iS. Whether you’re looking to use your […]
[…] stone. A lot happened but we never gave up. Marvin started flying gliders in 2008 (13 years old). He got aerobatic experience in gliders and became a professional pilot. Never flown an RV. Yesterday he claimed to me: “I slept well, feel good and I am ready to make this beautiful plane airborne.” Just […]
It is possible to build a simple VFR equipped RV for $45,000. To hit that number you’ll have to do some careful shopping, accept a used engine and forgo expensive items like a professional paint job and high–end avionics — but it’s possible. Building costs vary dramatically depending on decisions made by the builder.
[…] I installed dual Plane Power alternators, TWC backup with an Earth–x 900 starter battery. This RV–14 was built as designed, no mods. The all Garmin package makes integration seamless and Tim at Approach Fast Stack provided a mil–spec wiring harness that made the panel installation process enjoyable. Stein Air builds the optional QB airframe […]
[…] who submitted his first flight report for his new RV–10, which turns out to be the 1,000th RV–10 to fly! He writes: Due to a very low cloud base, we couldn’t fly a long first flight, so decided to stay in circuit. This RV–10 although flies just like any other still brought out the […]
[…] more importantly, I again worked with Tom Berge on transition training first in his beautiful RV–7A, and then together in my fledgling. Yesterday my transition training concluded with my first solo flight in my new aircraft. It has been a great project, now on to flying and adventure! Chris Hrabe N111CT Flying Cloud Airport (KFCM)
