I finished up page 6-2 and completed page 6-3 in a few separate work sessions this weekend. In my collection of notes from other build logs I have a note to avoid attempting to force the VS nose ribs into… Read More »Vertical Stabilizer Initial Assembly and Prep
Completed the first cut this evening by trimming the vertical stabilizer rear spar caps on the band saw. The project has officially begun. Completed page 6-2 through step 3 and called it a night.
We cracked open the empennage box on the weekend and inventoried all of the parts this evening. My helper (with her roller skates on) wouldn’t allow me to open the box without her being present. She also insisted on being… Read More »Empennage Kit Inventory
The empennage kit arrived today in a rather impressive box. Looks like I’ll have some scrap lumber to use in other projects… After a 15 point turn with a pallet jack the delivery driver successfully got it maneuvered onto the… Read More »Tail Feathers
We just ordered an empennage kit for a Van’s RV-10! After moving to Montana almost 2 years ago we now have the time (no more long commutes!) and space (house build is finally complete!) to get started on an aircraft… Read More »It’s Happening!
