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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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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
An RV-10 That was Worth the Work! - Subscribe to Evoke Aviation
We love giving back to dedicated builders like Adam Bezanson, which is why we knew we had to kick his design up a notch and give him an absolutely breathtaking design for his Vans RV-10. Watch along as we tell the story behind this beautiful craft and show off a plane that's worth the hard work and dedication that went into it!
An RV-10 That was Worth the Work!
The Gamebird1! - Subscribe to Aeroverse
The Gamebird, GB1, is built in Bentonville, Arkansas and reminiscent of the Extra 330 and has been creating a lot of talk in the aerobatic circles.
The Gamebird1!
Could this mini turbine engine revolutionize general aviation? - Subscribe to AOPA: Your Freedom to Fly
Fly along with AOPA Editor at Large Dave Hirschman in a Bristell light sport airplane equipped with a 141 horsepower Turbotech turbine engine. The engine offers incredible performance while burning much less fuel than a traditional turboprop.
Could this mini turbine engine revolutionize general aviation?

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Van's Aircraft RV-12iS - Milwaukee M12 Cordless Riveter Gun for Pop Rivets - VansAircraftBuilders.com
This video is about the New Wireless Milwaukee Pop Rivet Gun M12, along with a comparison to the a traditional pneumatic Pop Rivet tool. See the Milwaukee M12 Wireless Pop Riveter.
Van's Aircraft RV-12iS - Milwaukee M12 Cordless Riveter Gun for Pop Rivets
Sound Proofing a Compressor - Van's Aircraft Builders - VansAircraftBuilders.com
This video shows how we built our own soundproofing box for our shop air compressor. This really makes for happy neighbors, and spouses!
Sound Proofing a Compressor - Van's Aircraft Builders
100 Dollar Hamburgers! Life is Good! - VansAircraftBuilders.com
What a great combination, Van's RV Aircraft and Hamburgers! Join us as we Fly Gene's RV-7A from McKinney National Airport to Sulphur Springs Airport, to grab a burger at The Red Barn Cafe!
100 Dollar Hamburgers! Life is Good!
AutoPRSU Auto Engine Adapters for Experimental Aircraft - VansAircraftBuilders.com
We visited EAA Chapter 1246's Monthly Coffee and Donuts get-together, where Stuart Davis of Auto PSRU gave a great presentation, talking about his company's products where they convert auto engines for aircraft use. Check out their website: https://www.AutoPSRUS.com
AutoPRSU Auto Engine Adapters for Experimental Aircraft
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