FIrst FLights

Karl caught up with us to provide a report and let you all know about his first flight, which occurred in October 2018. “First flight on October 13, 2018 close to nine years after receiving my first kit. Powered by a 150 hp O-320 and a wood prop by Props Inc, N915JB flew incredibly well. […] Read More

“After 6 years, 11 months RV-7A N199WT took flight. The 1st flight far exceeded my expectations. The handling and performance of this kit airplane is amazing! I wish to thank all of those who assisted along the way. My build is a slider with Lycoming O-360 and a constant speed Hartzell Prop. Inside, I have […] Read More

“I started building ten years ago because I wanted to build an airplane. I was flying a Piper Cherokee so I wasn’t in a hurry. I choose Van’s RV because they have the largest support group with the forum and great plans and drawings. I knew I would need advice along the way. I followed […] Read More

“I flew my second Van’s project yesterday out of Arlington Muni (KAWO) near Seattle yesterday. It flew great. I gave it a standard Navy non-tactical gloss paint scheme displaying an A-6 Intruder squadron I was in on the left side, and an EA-6 Prowler squadron I was in on the right side. Thanks Van’s for […] Read More

Congrats to Charles on the maiden voyage of his RV-7! “I’m glad to report the first flight of my Rv-7 #74439 on March 1st, 2019. Except few issues to address, the plane flew perfectly with superb handling qualities (as expected). 476kg of ZFW with 180HP Superior IO360 engine and 3 blades MT propeller give awesome […] Read More

“On March 17th, 2019 Vans Aircraft RV-9A SN 92243 had her first flight after a 3 1/2 year slow build. She flew great with no issues. She’s equipped with full Dynon Skyview HDX system with auto-pilot. Lycoming O-320 160 hp engine with a Catto 3-blade propeller. Beautiful Flightline interior. Thank you to Van’s for a […] Read More

Congrats to Joe Statt from Phoenix on the first flight of his RV-10! He reports: “Many thanks to the MoJo safety team that helped me get this into the air on March 14, 2019. And special thanks go to my wife for her support and love through the process as well as for her riveting […] Read More

Every now and then, we get a report of a 20-year build. David McAllister just sent in such a report on his RV-6. Congrats to David on the big finish! “First flight on Jan 3, 2019!! Code 1 the entire Phase 1 Flight Test. Very nice flying airplane! This slow-build RV-6 was much slower than […] Read More

Congrats to Eddie, who sends this quick message: “After way too long a build, first flight came on March 9, 2019.” Very nice!

From Robert: “First flight February 24, 2019! Flew beautifully. Advanced Flight Systems full IFR panel. Classic Aero interior. Two years to build from quick build kit. Van’s continues to do a fantastic job with the kit and with builder support.” Congrats!

Three years slow build. Thunderbolt engine, AFS 5800 EFIS(s), MT CS Prop, Airflow Systems Air Conditioning.

N992RP was started with the delivery of the tail kit March 27th, 2017. Certification was completed on 1 February 2019, and the first flight was completed 2 February 2019. Flies great. Paint job to be determined. Panel features a Garmin 3GX Touch 10″ screen, Garmin 750 GPS, Garmin G5 for a back-up attitude indicator, Garmin […] Read More

N405ST slow-build kit commenced on Jan 22,2017 and took it’s first flight Feb 24, 2019. I always had the dream of flying the plane completed with paint, so I worked extremely hard to make it happen. As expected, the plane performed amazing and no real issues to report. Thank you to may amazing wife, family, […] Read More

On 2/21/2019 I took advantage of the FAAs AC 90-116 and flew the first flight with an additional pilot for Phase I flight test. The flight was awesome and the airplane flew like a dream. This was the culmination of 5+ years of hard work and dedication. I’m amazed at what a wonderful aircraft this […] Read More

First flight of N852TX was on February 15, 2019 after about three years — and two home moves — of build time. The plane was a tight fit but overall very comfortable and I was pleasantly surprised at the climb rate. I’m looking forward to many hours of extremely fun flying. After building several RVs […] Read More

Congrats to Promod on this special success! “Building and flying my own plane was big dream to me. Hard work dedication and support from friends and family made it possible. “I am able to make a history as well. Happens to be I am the first Nepali to build and fly his own plane. “Apologize […] Read More

N620RV took to the skies the evening of Dalentine’s Day 2019. It is a rocket! Flew straight and true with no adverse tendencies. Great job to Van’s Aircraft for designing the ultimate cross country experimental. Some specs: IO540 Whirlwind 375RV prop with 15″ rocket spinner Garmin 900X avionics Tru trak sorcerer AP Most of the […] Read More

N695RA flew just after sunrise on 2/13/2019 at Dillingham Airfield on the North shore of Oahu, HI. The plane took just over 3 years to build. She had a successful first flight with no major issues. Flying an RV-8 has been a dream of mine for many years and today it finally happened.

Hard to believe my first few flights are completed. I purposely didn’t make a big thing about them and only a few knew that I decided I ‘might’ go up today. With my flight plan in hand and the weather cooperating I made the decisions to give it a go. What a rush taking off […] Read More