Rv4 builders log book

Daily rv logbook this is a simple daily logbook to assist you in keeping records of your rv trips and expenses. James macgregor experimental aircraft builders log. The rv4 is an allmetal, lowwing, twoseat, tandem, sportingaerobatic. Here is a link to vans aircraft, the designer of the aircraft and the producer of the kit.

In a discussion on i was encouraged by an experienced builder to not focus too much on ribs and bottom assembly until all the longerons and bulkheads were in place. The concept of modern log building was born 25 years ago with the first edition of building with logs. Sep 22, 2011 that did not work because f415ab on boths sides began to buckle under the load. Books of interest to rv builders and pilots parts and accessories. Log into facebook to start sharing and connecting with your friends, family, and people you know. Jun 01, 2000 the rv log book and journal hardcover june 1, 2000 by howard elmer author 3. Solidriveted sheet aluminium construction is used throughout. With over 100,000 copies sold, this book inspired thousands of ownerbuilt homes. After a long day of soccer where my eldest scored his second goal of the year, and then watching football detroit lions came out on top, i finally got into the garage for a couple hours to work on getting the skin on the vertical stabilizer. Before digging into the inventory i was faced with the vans entry exam, assembling the process book binder for the manual. Next i decided to go ahead and start working on the ailerons since i have yet to finish the fuel tanks.

Aircraft logbook with the following signed and dated entry. We now have a rv8 and have been flying it ever since. You have just landed at the home of kitlog pro, the complete builders resource tool. Log books general rv information escapees discussion forum. A good general rule is the earlier you book, the more money youll save. Some time ago, i caught the bug of building things that fly. Kitlog pro is an organizational tool that allows the builder of any type of. I had wanted to build something for my girls to learn in, and my wife and i to fly more locally, and ideally something i could do some aerobatics in. Process of building an experimental aircraft during the last five years in my garage. Aug 22, 2009 started buying some tools aug 27, 2009 rivet gun purchased.

The wing could fall off the airplane, but if it didnt have a builders log, thats the. We are known as repeat offenders in rv jargon, who enjoy building and flying vans rv airplanes. Real men dont need no stinking instructionsor help. It is decidedly not a good idea to begin building a building an airplane prior to buying a new house and starting a new job. Depending on the engine it can cruise between 170190 mph on less than 10 gallonshour of fuel. When my dad and i were at oshkosh 2012, i came across a guy that was camping in front of us by the name of shawn scott. Builders log for vans rv9a at easterwood airport in college station, tx. I was finally at a state to try to get the engine fired up for the first time. After helping building one, i knew i wanted to build a rv.

All work should be entered in the appropriate log book indicating. Start working with your dar early in the construction process. Rv builder list a photo directory for vans aircraft builders. The rv9a is a 2seat, aluminum airplane from vans aircraft. The rv14 empennage arrived friday, this time in a completely undamaged box. Check out our checklists for rvers e book with over 40 checklists designed just for rvers. Always be ready to ask for help from other builders and to learn how to think outside the box.

Air speed systems, particularly in home build aircraft are usually inaccurate. We are on our third log book, covering 2001 up to now. Rv14 builders log documenting and sharing the rv14. A brain use your noodle a rarely used tool by some builders, as we have seen by reading some of the goodies on various rv group postings. Yes, we may be crazy, but we are convinced building rvs keeps us happy, thus helping us live longer. I also installed my elt antenna in the aft the airplane. Pilots spend a great deal of time building an airplane in hopes of. This weekend turned out to have another great milestone achieved.

Dec 15, 2016 welcome to our rv 14a construction site. It belongs to a business out of colorado called cowbells, which although they do not have a website can be found with the following information below. Looking for a log home builder to build or erect your log home or cabin. N web pages for rv3, rv4, rv6, rv7, rv8, rv9, rv10, and rv12 vans aircraft builders. Sorry for the delay but a lot has happened in the last month. I solicit your comments and suggestions on this site as long as they are fairly nice and you use good grammar. The vans rv4 is an american light homebuilt aircraft supplied in kit form by vans aircraft of. Preliminary ntsb report details fatal airplane crash near. This website is dedicated to the daytoday construction of an rv7a kit plane. I am updating the engine and prop on my rv4 to a superior o360 with a constant. Sep 22, 2011 inasmuch as this was a clear warning in the builders instructions i set out to discover why and correct it. My name is bjornar svingen, and i am building this rv4 experimental aircraft. Kitlog pro began simply as an electronic builder s log and has since evolved into a complete builder s resource tool that has completely revolutionized the experimental aircraft industry.

Eaa chapter 1298 brooksville, florida kbkv builder joseph d. Accordingly, i cut and fitted the four pieces of aluminum angle which were then drilled and clecoed onto the webbing and provided sufficient strength to compress the assembly and achive the 25 78 distance. Joes rv 12 a builders log of vans lsa light sport aircraft. Marking and stiffener preparation left elevator details.

Jan 08, 2015 even being computer geeks we use paper log books, the small notebook size that fit in a glove compartment. Picked up my friend steve at paine field and then cruised over stevens pass to spokane. Jul 08, 2015 rv log book paperback july 8, 2015 by tom alyea author visit amazons tom alyea page. May 26, 20 my name is bjornar svingen, and i am building this rv4 experimental aircraft. Paper works because entries can vary in size and extra notes can be added, like repairs. 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. Books, tools and videos for building an rv experimental aircraft. Andair tqx series throttle quadrant with or without flap switches.

The vans rv series has become the most popular kitbuilt aircraft in the world. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. You can see our previous builds in the next 3 sections. Welcome family, friends, fellow builders, and those trying to decide which you are. The builders are listed by state or province provide full contact information and are available to answer all you log home questions. A site catering to the lifestyle of building and flying vans aircraft rv kitplanes. All who loved log homes could, for the first time, learn how to build one. Log books, log book, custom logbooks, any logbook type. The main purpose of this blog is to log the progress. Adams rv12 build log just another airplane builder. The vans rv4 is an american light homebuilt aircraft supplied in kit form by vans aircraft of aurora, oregon. Aug 30, 2009 eaa workbench completed sep 20, 2009 built another workbench may 16, 2010 first of many new garage shelves tools.

In the last report we had just shot the white paint. Empennage is complete, primered, and hanging on the wall. Vans has a number of popular, proven designs, with the rv9 being designed as an efficient, fast, and comfortable crosscountry airplane. I hope you will find this site to be informative and entertaining as you continue to gather information about the rv series of kitplanes. This program is a must have for any professional engine building shop. Other booksclick here to go to the vans aircraft page at aircraft technical books. Whether it was my aeronautical engineer for a father, my wwii pilot grandfather who inspired me to fly, being around the air force most of my youth, or just flat out loving planes, i caught it bad. Kitlog pro is an organizational tool that allows the builder of any type of aircraft to create, archive, maintain, and display the entire building process. I probably spent a good hour here, just looking for parts that were 3 feet away from me. It seats two people in a tandem seating configuration with the pilot accommodated in the front seat. Sam buchanans rv6 hiwaay information services, inc.

Currently there are over 2,000 experimental aircraft builders from around the world using kitlog pro. Gregg brightwell experimental aircraft builders log. Nov 30, 2009 ordered empennage kit dec 29, 2009 picked up empennage, inventoried 1. Maintenance of amateur built aircraft civil aviation safety authority. As a result, the construction quality of finished rv4s varies much more than other kit airplanes in which structural parts are prefabricated and. Well, its exactly what i was looking for, as a 2nd plane. Its a long way to the top if you want an rv4credits to my. Aircraft builders logbook, aircraft technical book co. Jun 28, 20 my name is bjornar svingen, and i am building this rv4 experimental aircraft.

Whether your experimental aircraft is a plansbuilt eaa biplane, a vans rv, a glastar, or even a lancair ivp, kitlog pro is the most efficient way to ensure that you meet the requirements. Might as well keep chugging and keep the motivation train going. Check out our checklists for rvers ebook with over 40 checklists designed just for rvers. Owners, builders and maintainers of amateur built aircraft registered. This blog documents the further adventures of matt dralle and the construction of his rv8 serial number 82880, n998rv ruby vixen.