Rv 12 builders log book

The next project was to take it up to pacific coast avionics and get a transponder check. With that, i placed my order and received my wing kit 12 212012. Search our directory for rv builders, 6 7 8 9 10 and 12, suppliers, equipment and other construction aircraft resources. We are on our third log book, covering 2001 up to now. Dec 15, 2016 welcome to our rv 14a construction site. Rv consumer group rates and compares thousands of motorhome and towable models through the rv ratings guide. Aviation articles flight of rediscovery the beat goes on the rv journal front page. The rv12 more than met my flying needs given that most of my flights are local, vfr recreational flights with a few short cross country flights. En route we toured the vans aircraft kit factory, where we got to sit in vans iconic rv7a. That is a mere 23 months away which will require approximately 40 hours per month dedicated to this. This site is operated independently by alan gilmore. The vans rv 12 is an american twoseat, singleengine, lowwing homebuilt airplane eligible for the u. Sam buchanans rv6 hiwaay information services, inc. Some have been built as eab aircraft, with a few builders trying alternative.

Step by step video instructions for building a vans rv12. Even being computer geeks we use paper log books, the small notebook size that fit in a glove compartment. Elsa category, sold in kit form and as a complete readytofly aircraft by vans aircraft of aurora, oregon. Currently there are over 2,000 experimental aircraft builders from around the world using kitlog pro. Yes, we may be crazy, but we are convinced building rvs keeps us happy, thus helping us live longer. This is a builders log and includes information that will help you build, or decide to build, the rv12. The stabilator on the rv 12 as built to plans has squaredoff tips, giving it, in the opinion of most builders it seems, an unfinished look. It is amazing how easily things disappear when you look. Rv14 builders log documenting and sharing the rv14. The vans rv12 is an american twoseat, singleengine, lowwing homebuilt airplane eligible.

Im taking a break, but will be heading back over shortly. The rv14 empennage arrived friday, this time in a completely undamaged box. Started instrument panel installation, built the tray for the transponder. Joes rv 12 a builders log of vans lsa light sport aircraft.

Vans has a number of popular, proven designs, with the rv9 being designed as an efficient, fast, and comfortable crosscountry airplane. Empennage kit due to arrive on 10sept, so i better hurry up and get it ready. The vans rv12 is an american twoseat, singleengine, lowwing homebuilt airplane eligible for the u. Rv builder sonny martin is not a small manbut this photo shows just how much. You dont want to run out of propane halfway through your outdoor dinner party.

This is the handhold hole at the outboard end of the left wing. Yes, we may be crazy, but we are convinced building rv s keeps us happy, thus helping us live longer. Nothing compares to being on the road as an rv enthusiasts. It is also quick and easy to complete so i can get flying soon. Nov 21, 2009 saw rv12 at eaa 1114 apr 10, 2010 eaa 1426 flyin, drivein may 06, 2010 fixed squeaky dryer may 15, 2010 2010 midatlantic flyin may 30, 2010 first floor wood floors jun 27, 2010 sat in my first rv7 jul 11, 2010 scbc in salisbury, nc. These units are often used as permanent housing or as a second vacation homes for owners. Av web article about the rv12 vans aircraft rv12 spec sheet and photo. Vans planned addition of lights and autopilot are appealing as well and will definitely be options i will pursue. We reorganized part of the hanger to create a build area behind rick plane. Vans supplies all of the basic sheet metal parts in a precut and prebent state, however all of the finer details of fabrication and assembly are transferred over to the builder. Paper works because entries can vary in size and extra notes can be added, like repairs. Enterprise center is texas largest openair showroom for derksen portable cabins, portable side cabins, portable deluxe cabins. Please browse around our site to learn more about the construction of a vans rv 10 aircraft.

The first rv12, built by richard vangrunsven, at oshkosh 2008. Lukes rv12 build log this blog is used for me to track my specific building of a vans aircraft rv12 experimental light sport airplane elsa. The camping journal rv log book this site is fantastic. We are known as repeat offenders in rv jargon, who enjoy building and flying vans rv airplanes. This is not a howto guide, this is a short retrospective diary of the three year process of going from kit to flying airplane. The rv 12 more than met my flying needs given that most of my flights are local, vfr recreational flights with a few short cross country flights. As mentioned in the comments and thank you all so much for. Jun 01, 2000 the rv log book and journal hardcover june 1, 2000 by howard elmer author 3.

In order to facilitate the safest and most cost effective build possible, my. Youtube 950 hours build time so far on vans rv 12 elsa joes rv 12 a builders log of vans lsa light sport aircraft experimental vans rv 12 build site. Total construction time as of 73199 aircraft at airport. I have been spending the last few hours flying various instrument approaches and learning the ins and outs of the avionics. Justin twilbecks real time rv10 builders logbook to document and share the experience and efforts of building an airplane. This will be the home of the planned build schedule. With that, i placed my order and received my wing kit 12212012. Mar 09, 2020 december 31, 2019 george airplane, avgeek, aviation, homebuilt, pilot, rv7, vansaircraft 1 comment its been a while since ive made an updatework and life have taken a priority over the last few months, but ive made some progress here and there. Adams rv12 build log just another airplane builder. I am looking for input from rv 12 builders about setting up my shop.

Well, i am soon going to be building an rv12 elsa airplane in that space. The plan is to build it as an elsa with all the options that are available from vans, fly it for a little while and then sell it. Hello and thanks for visiting my build page where you can follow along in my progress of building the vans rv12 experimentallight sport airplane. This is a builders log and includes information that will help you build, or decide to build, the rv 12.

I believe this is a good choice for a low time pilot. Aug 07, 2016 my vans rv 12 builders log sunday, august 7, 2016. Aircraft builders logbook, aircraft technical book co. I had also put a fridge in there a couple of nights ago and i stocked it with drinks today. The rv9a is a 2seat, aluminum airplane from vans aircraft. I am planning to build one or two of the eaa benches. This can be installed on newbuild aircraft and also retrofitted to aircraft already in. This journal is a great companion as you explore the open road. You can see our previous builds in the next 3 sections. According to vans it should take approximately 700900hrs to build from start to finish and ideally i would like to be completed and ready for airventure 2015 27july2015 2aug2015. Vans aircraft is coming to the light sport market with the rv12 rather late.

If you keep track of the miles youve driven pulling your trailer, youll have a better handle on how long your tires last. Nov 21, 2009 saw rv12 at eaa 1114 apr 10, 2010 eaa 1426 flyin, drivein may 06, 2010 fixed squeaky dryer may 15, 2010 2010 midatlantic flyin may 30, 2010 first floor wood floors jun 27, 2010 sat in my first rv7 jul 11, 2010 scbc in salisbury, nc oct 29, 2010 napa valley, halloween weekend, day 1. Check out our checklists for rvers ebook with over 40 checklists designed just for rvers. Now that the first rv 10 is done and flying along with enjoying the heck out of it, i am now going through build withdrawals so decided to start a new program to build another plane, the vans rv 12. After all of this and the log book signoffs, mike and i spent and hour or so flying and preforming takeoff and landings. Vans produce the rv12 build manual known by vans as the kit.

Daily rv logbook this is a simple daily logbook to assist you in keeping records of your rv trips and expenses. Justin twilbecks real time rv 10 builders logbook to document and share the experience and efforts of building an airplane. Culinary weblog chow shares a quick way to estimate how much propane is left in your tank. A builder watching the step by step video from homebuilthelp which is keyed to the construction manual will build faster and with more confidence. Depending on the engine it can cruise between 170190 mph on less than 10 gallonshour of fuel.

I went over to w5 today to assemble a wing building rack. He did feel competent to do minor sheet metal, however. Kitlog pro began simply as an electronic builders log and has since evolved into a complete builders resource tool that has completely revolutionized the experimental aircraft industry. Davids rv 10 build just another rv 10 builders log. December 31, 2019 george airplane, avgeek, aviation, homebuilt, pilot, rv7, vansaircraft 1 comment its been a while since ive made an updatework and life have taken a priority over the last few months, but ive made some progress here and there.

Whether you are headed to a national park, a state park, or just to your favorite campsite with friends, this log book allows you to record all those memorable places you visited. Whether you are headed to a national park, a state park, or just to your favorite campsite with friends, this log book allows. The rv log book and journal hardcover june 1, 2000 by howard elmer author 3. I always sort of liked the look, but very much disliked the tooling holes 12 or so can be seen in the pic below in the end ribs as well as the many holes in the wing tips where the tabs are bent and.

Picked up my friend steve at paine field and then cruised over stevens pass to spokane. I sincerely hope that youll find my story interesting, enough at least that it will motivate you to join the builders community and live this awesome and rewarding experience. I set the box up on tables so i wouldnt be hunched over digging in the box. Jun 18, 2015 this is not a howto guide, this is a short retrospective diary of the three year process of going from kit to flying airplane. Building the wings wing spars wing assembly flaps ailerons fuel tanks. Rv 12 a builder s journey an account of a voyage into uncharted waters of airplane construction. The first rv 12, built by richard vangrunsven, at oshkosh 2008.

The rv 12 had its first flight on november 9, 2006. The construction manual supplied by vans aircraft is already accurate and complete. This is for my own archival purposes and should not be viewed as advice or recommendations for your own project. Park models include all of the comforts of home, but come in at a significantly lower price point than traditional homes. Now that the first rv10 is done and flying along with enjoying the heck out of it, i am now going through build withdrawals so decided to start a new program to build another plane, the vans rv12. I was approximately the 4th customer to fly their rv14, and it flew very well on its first flight. I was approximately the 4th customer to fly their rv 14, and it flew very well on its first flight. Well, i am soon going to be building an rv 12 elsa airplane in that space. Building an rv vans aircraft total performance rv kit planes. Jul 08, 2015 nothing compares to being on the road as an rv enthusiasts. Greetings, as a soon to be private pilot i plan to build a vans rv12. My name is brandon flores and i have been a private pilot since january 2017 where the goal was always to own my very own airplane for travel and fun.

Currently there are over 2,000 experimental aircraft. Builders log 158 empennage 69 horizontal stabilizer 19 vertical stabilizer 5 rudder 14 elevators 28 wings 86 major wing sections 43 tanks 40 fuselage 3 hangar chat 12 rv factoryshop. Log books general rv information escapees discussion forum. Made by vans aircraft in oregon who have been making aluminium kit aeroplanes for over 30 years with over 7,025 flying worldwide today and the 7,000th to fly was an rv12. Ive never actually logged pic time in themthough ive flown them, i dont count it. Initially available as an elsa kit, the rv12 is also sold as a factorybuilt slsa. It is allmetal, 2 seats, low wing airplane with adequate performance and good safety records. Content will be added asap to fill out these web pages. In fact, you cannot modify the airplane unless you opt to build your rv under the.

Before digging into the inventory i was faced with the vans entry exam, assembling the process book binder for the manual. This clip is documents the build of my vans aircraft rv 12 as a slideshow, composed by some pictures i took during the entire building process. The tank is made up of four large pieces of aluminum sheet which comprise the walls, plus lots of other bits and pieces structural stuff. A rudder trim tab kit was installed and adjustment. Please browse around our site to learn more about the construction of a vans rv10 aircraft. In rv789101214 kits, rivet and bolt holes are prepunched into all the parts. Group of folks who are building or who have built a vans rv 12 light aircraft. Park models are built on a trailertype chassis and are required to be under 400 square feet to still qualify as an rv. Greetings, as a soon to be private pilot i plan to build a vans rv 12.