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This website was designed for Van's Aircraft Homebuilders, helping them find the information they need to build the most dynamic aircraft in the world.

Here you will find Articles, Resources, and Videos, revealing information about every aspect of Homebuilding an RV. This is an independent website, not associated with Van's Aircraft, but built by people who are familiar with RV construction, having participated in the building process.

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2005 RV-8A, Avionics upgrade to all Garmin glass cockpit 2025.
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RV-8A, N687WH, built in 2005, upgraded to all Garmin glass cockpit 2025.
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Aft CG Bear in an RV-8 - Orville goes for a ride!
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RV-3B Camping P17 Greater Breezewood Regional Airport
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RV10 Build - Section 36 Brake Lines and Rudder Pedals - Video 52 - Subscribe to Pilot Rhino
There are a bunch of modifications I mention in this video as it relates to the brake lines and the rudder pedals. Again, by this point I am kind skipping around and building out of order, but I hope you enjoy the video.
RV10 Build - Section 36 Brake Lines and Rudder Pedals - Video 52
Spring 2025 Update: RV-15 Progress - Subscribe to Van's Aircraft
The RV-15 prototype continues to evolve. It recently passed wing-load testing and now features a redesigned tail, updated control system, and 60-gallon integrated wing tanks. These changes bring it closer to the final configuration.
Spring 2025 Update: RV-15 Progress
Aircraft Weight and Balance Calculation Procedure - Subscribe to OpenAirNet Media
Everything you need to know about performing a weight and balance calculation on a general aviation aircraft.
Aircraft Weight and Balance Calculation Procedure
Airplane Hangar Foam Insulation Application and Paint - Plus Apartment Redo! - Subscribe to VansAircraftBuilders.com
I had foam insulation installed in my hangar. This foam conforms to the shape of the hangar interior walls as it dries, and almost looks like regular texture you would see in a home with sheetrock walls. It dries within minutes and is paintable in the same day. It also seals the entire hangar, preventing bugs from getting in. @Vansaircraftbuilders #Vansaircraft
Airplane Hangar Foam Insulation Application and Paint - Plus Apartment Redo!

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EAA Chapter 323 - Steve Riffe's RV-8 from Van's Aircraft - VansAircraftBuilders.com
EAA Chapter 323 went out to North Texas Regional Airport in Denison, TX and got to see Steve Riffe's RV-8 from Van's Aircraft. What a beautiful airplane!
EAA Chapter 323 - Steve Riffe's RV-8 from Van's Aircraft
Vans RVs in Formation at the Corsicana Airshow - VansAircraftBuilders.com
A wide variety of Vans RV's at the Corsicana Airshow. See them flying in formation, with smoke!
Vans RVs in Formation at the Corsicana Airshow
EAA Chapter 323 - Frank Connery's RV-14A from Van's Aircraft - VansAircraftBuilders.com
EAA Chapter 323 went out to North Texas Regional Airport in Denison, TX to see Frank Connery's brand new RV-14A from Van's Aircraft. Frank has done a wonderful job building this unique aircraft. I know he will enjoy it immensely
EAA Chapter 323 - Frank Connery's RV-14A from Van's Aircraft
RV12iS! A Fun & Easy Airplane to Build - VansAircraftBuilders.com
Van's aircraft makes it easy to build an airplane. This video is only a sample of the ease of construction. Van's provides a method to hang side panels without having to hold them in place. Cool!
RV12iS! A Fun & Easy Airplane to Build
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