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RV-12 Revisions and Changes

Note: The date in a document’s title will not be the same as the date on which the document is posted. Drawing date represents the date the change was proposed/started. Date posted represents the completion/release date. Some revisions take longer than others to complete. Reasons include complexity, discovery of additional items needing revision, dependencies on other changes, validation/testing, parts fabrication, etc.

Document Key:
KAI = Kit Assembly Instructions (Number in title indicates the plans section number)
MM = Maintenance Manual
POH = Pilot Operating Handbook
PAP = Production Acceptance Procedures
FTS = Flight Training Supplement

ID
Date Posted
Applies To
Descrip­tion
Details
ID
39
Date Posted
March 23, 2026
Applies To
RV-12 aircraft with autopilots
Descrip­tion
RV-12 Section 39 - Autopilot Servo Brackets
Updates to Section 39 to specify solid rivets for the autopilot servo bracket in place of pull rivets.
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ID
CN-00135
Date Posted
January 19, 2026
Applies To
RV-12 Document Update for Garmin GTR205x Com Radio
Descrip­tion
Plans pages and guidance for the RV-12 series to support the new Garmin GTR 205x com radio have been published. Revised documents can be found once logged into the Van's Aircraft Webstore. Look for your airplane in the My Aircraft category then click on Download Kit Plans.
ID
47AiS/U
Date Posted
January 7, 2025
Applies To
RV-12 and RV-12iS
Descrip­tion
Three Blade Propeller
Changes related to adhesive used when installing pitot bushing with three-blade Sensenich propeller
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ID
47
Date Posted
January 7, 2025
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Spinner and Propeller
Changes related to adhesive used when installing pitot bushing
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ID
POH (PILOT’S OPERATING HANDBOOK )
Date Posted
April 25, 2024
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Pilot's Operating Handbook
Rev 19: Various changes related to stall speeds and speed calibrations. See change notes.
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ID
10iS-U
Date Posted
May 23, 2023
Applies To
RV-12 and RV-12iS
Descrip­tion
SECTION 10iS: TAILCONE
Changes related to additional clips in tailcone section
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ID
Section 5
Date Posted
February 24, 2023
Applies To
All RV Aircraft
Descrip­tion
GENERAL INFORMATION
Updated with new information
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ID
9iS/U
Date Posted
January 23, 2023
Applies To
RV-12 and RV-12iS
Descrip­tion
STABILATOR
Miscellaneous changes
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ID
MM RV-12
Date Posted
January 23, 2023
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
RV-12 Maintenance Manual (MM)
Various changes - see change log
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ID
11iS-U
Date Posted
January 23, 2023
Applies To
RV-12 and RV-12iS
Descrip­tion
RV-12iS EMPENNAGE ATTACHMENT
Changes related to new stabilator hinge spacers
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ID
48
Date Posted
January 23, 2023
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Section 48: Exhaust System
Updated to include installation of flat exhaust springs on the #1 exhaust tube
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ID
PAP RV-12
Date Posted
February 11, 2022
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
RV-12 Production Acceptance Procedures (PAP)
Modified/clarified instructions related to dynamic propeller balance requirements; Garmin Autopilot trim knob adjustment change.
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ID
35
Date Posted
December 2, 2021
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Landing Gear & Engine Mount
Changes to install sequence for upper 90-degree fitting on gun-drilled gear legs.
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ID
13
Date Posted
November 24, 2021
Applies To
RV-12 and RV-12iS
Descrip­tion
Section 13 - Spar Assembly
Reflects change to tie-down blocks, which are now shipped with the threads already tapped.
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ID
33
Date Posted
November 24, 2021
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
SECTION 33: MISCELLANEA
Changes Made related to the necessary installation of wing root gap seal before flight.
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ID
49
Date Posted
November 24, 2021
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
SECTION 49: COOLING SYSTEM
Part number changes for Rotax oil cooler, other misc changes and improvements.
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ID
46
Date Posted
January 22, 2021
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Engine Installation
Changes related to B&C voltage regulator
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ID
FTS (FLIGHT TRAINING SUPPLEMENT)
Date Posted
January 21, 2021
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Rev 7
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ID
38
Date Posted
December 22, 2020
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
COWLING
Changes related to new bushing parts for oil door hinges
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ID
36iS/U
Date Posted
November 10, 2020
Applies To
RV-12 and RV-12iS (all, optional)
Descrip­tion
SECTION 36iS/U: Gear Leg and Wheel Fairings
Updated to reflect available Grove wheels and brakes option
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ID
50
Date Posted
October 6, 2020
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
RV-12 ENGINE CONTROLS
Changes made related to new throttle return spring retainer part
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ID
45A
Date Posted
May 8, 2020
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Updated specified fuel pressure sensors.
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ID
12iS/U
Date Posted
October 1, 2019
Applies To
All RV-12/12iS aircraft with Finish Kits shipped on or after 02/05/2019
Descrip­tion
Update for Garmin IFR avionics kit option
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ID
17
Date Posted
December 17, 2018
Applies To
All RV-12/12iS aircraft
Descrip­tion
Changes Made: Page 17-02
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ID
12
Date Posted
December 17, 2018
Applies To
All RV-12/12iS aircraft with Finish Kits shipped prior to 02/05/2019
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
40
Date Posted
March 27, 2018
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
3
Date Posted
March 19, 2018
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
1
Date Posted
March 19, 2018
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
51A
Date Posted
March 7, 2018
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
43C
Date Posted
March 7, 2018
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
43B
Date Posted
March 7, 2018
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
42D
Date Posted
March 7, 2018
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
11
Date Posted
February 28, 2018
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
10
Date Posted
February 14, 2018
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
12A
Date Posted
October 23, 2017
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
42M
Date Posted
January 10, 2017
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
43
Date Posted
January 9, 2017
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
61
Date Posted
January 9, 2017
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
58
Date Posted
January 9, 2017
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
53B
Date Posted
January 9, 2017
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
44B
Date Posted
January 9, 2017
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
53
Date Posted
January 9, 2017
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
44A
Date Posted
January 9, 2017
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
9
Date Posted
January 6, 2017
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
8
Date Posted
January 4, 2017
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
44
Date Posted
January 1, 2017
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
36A
Date Posted
October 31, 2016
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
2
Date Posted
October 14, 2016
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
34
Date Posted
September 15, 2016
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
24
Date Posted
September 15, 2016
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
29A
Date Posted
September 12, 2016
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
21
Date Posted
July 19, 2016
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
25A
Date Posted
July 5, 2016
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
42H-03
Date Posted
June 28, 2016
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
42G-03
Date Posted
June 28, 2016
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
18
Date Posted
May 13, 2016
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
42N
Date Posted
April 19, 2016
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
42C
Date Posted
April 19, 2016
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
32
Date Posted
November 16, 2015
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
31B
Date Posted
October 1, 2015
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
30
Date Posted
October 1, 2015
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
23
Date Posted
October 1, 2015
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
31B
Date Posted
March 18, 2015
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
15
Date Posted
February 3, 2015
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
42H
Date Posted
July 2, 2014
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
3
Date Posted
July 2, 2014
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
7A
Date Posted
July 2, 2014
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
31B
Date Posted
July 2, 2014
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
42G
Date Posted
July 2, 2014
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
42M
Date Posted
July 2, 2014
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
ID
37
Date Posted
December 27, 2013
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
51
Date Posted
December 11, 2013
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
30
Date Posted
December 11, 2013
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
25
Date Posted
November 5, 2013
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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ID
42K
Date Posted
October 3, 2013
Applies To
RV-12
Descrip­tion
Changes Made
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