Wings

Wing Flaps Installed

Time to get the wings completed and out of the hangar! Last step before the go on the shelf for a while was the flaps, so it was time to get it done!

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Left Wing Closeout

After finally getting back to RV-8 work, Sam and I got some good momentum back finishing closeout of the left wing. It’s nice to be back!

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Wing Wiring and Bottom Skins

November is gotten off to a better start with the some wiring activities and more bottom skin riveting. Lots of help from Sam, plus the experience from the right wing made the second time around a lot easier.

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October Update

It was a slow month for RV-8 progress, but there was definitely some progress. Catch up in this quick recap post of October going’s on.

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Ailerons Mounted!

At long last, the last of the Wing projects is complete (for now)! With a couple good sessions and a bunch of different helpers I was able to the bell cranks complete, and the ailerons mounted! Check out the post for more…

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Pushrods and Bellcranks

These past few sessions have been pretty special, with my Dad getting involved for the first time! I also had a chance to build with a young friend who is super into all things aviation. Read on for the details…

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