Service Information and Revisions
RV-14 Service Bulletins
ID
Date Posted
Applies To
Description
Details
ID
SB-00090
Date Posted
November 6, 2023
Applies To
All RVs equipped with SV-AP-PANEL
Description
Dynon SV-AP-PANEL Runaway Trim
Directs all owners of aircraft equipped with a Dynon SV-AP-PANEL autopilot control panel to read and review the published Dynon service bulletin document.
Directs all owners of aircraft equipped with a Dynon SV-AP-PANEL autopilot control panel to read and review the published Dynon service bulletin document.
ID
SB-00043
Date Posted
September 6, 2023
Applies To
RV-10 and RV-14
Description
RV-10 & RV-14 elevator skin cracks
Describes inspection for potential elevator cracks and remediation on RV-10/RV-14, as well as preventative steps.
Describes inspection for potential elevator cracks and remediation on RV-10/RV-14, as well as preventative steps.
ID
SB-00080 REV 1
Date Posted
August 31, 2023
Applies To
All RVs using EA-00002 Oil Cooler
Description
Inspection of EA-00002 Oil Cooler for Possible Leaks
Advises owners to read the Airflow Systems service documentation, which directs inspection for possible leaks on a list of specific serial-number Airflow Systems 2006 X-Series oil coolers (Van's part number EA-00002). Commonly installed as default equipment on the RV-14/14A but may have been installed on other RV models, as well.
Advises owners to read the Airflow Systems service documentation, which directs inspection for possible leaks on a list of specific serial-number Airflow Systems 2006 X-Series oil coolers (Van's part number EA-00002). Commonly installed as default equipment on the RV-14/14A but may have been installed on other RV models, as well.
ID
SB-00036 REV 3
Date Posted
February 28, 2023
Applies To
RV-3/4/6/7/8/9/10/14
Description
Inspect outboard elevator hinge on the horizontal stabilizer rear spar, replace if cracks found
Requires inspection of outboard elevator hinge bracket area on rear spar of horizontal stabilizer for cracks. If cracks are found, repair and replace outboard hinge brackets with new parts.
Requires inspection of outboard elevator hinge bracket area on rear spar of horizontal stabilizer for cracks. If cracks are found, repair and replace outboard hinge brackets with new parts.
ID
SB-00066
Date Posted
October 21, 2022
Applies To
All RVs with Andair fuel pumps
Description
Prohibited use of ethanol in Andair fuel pumps
Informs owners of Andair Service Alert document, which prohibits the use of ethanol-based fuels in aircraft with Andair fuel pumps.
Informs owners of Andair Service Alert document, which prohibits the use of ethanol-based fuels in aircraft with Andair fuel pumps.
ID
SB-00027
Date Posted
April 2, 2021
Applies To
RV-14A
Description
Changes to RV-14A Nose Gear Attach Opening and Washer
Rev 1: Reflects dimensional changes for the "notch" in new factory parts. See notes. Document describes modification of RV-14A nose gear and new/replacement part.
Rev 1: Reflects dimensional changes for the "notch" in new factory parts. See notes. Document describes modification of RV-14A nose gear and new/replacement part.
ID
SB-00006
Date Posted
May 6, 2020
Applies To
All RV models
Description
Potential leaking of Kavlico pressure sensors
ID
SB 18-09-17
Date Posted
September 17, 2018
Applies To
RV-14
Description
Cracking of the F-01478 Aft Fuse Forward Bottom Skin
ID
SB 18-05-21
Date Posted
May 21, 2018
Applies To
All fuel injected Lycoming engine installations
Description
Proper installation of gauge plug in fuel spider
ID
MT SB 31
Date Posted
August 29, 2016
Applies To
All MT governors listed by type and serial number on page 3 and 4 which were manufactred from April 2010 until July 2013 installed on direct drive engines modified with electronic ignition or higher compression pistons.
Description
Flyweight failures
ID
SB 16-03-28
Date Posted
March 28, 2016
Applies To
All RV-3,4,6,7,8,9,10,14
Description
Cracking of wing aft spar web at the inboard aileron hinge bracket attach rivets.
ID
SB 11-9-13
Date Posted
September 13, 2011
Applies To
All RV Models
Description
Fuel Tank Slosh Inspection
ID
SB 04-2-1
Date Posted
February 1, 2004
Applies To
Fuel Tanks
Description
Inspect Fuel Tanks
RV-14 Notifications and Letters
ID
Date Posted
Applies To
Description
Details
ID
SL-00091 REV1
Date Posted
November 11, 2023
Applies To
All RV Models
Description
Laser Cut Parts and Certification of Aircraft
Refers reader to the updated Laser-Cut Parts List as well as the Laser-Cut Parts Engineering Evaluation document; and addresses the use and inspection of these parts.
Refers reader to the updated Laser-Cut Parts List as well as the Laser-Cut Parts Engineering Evaluation document; and addresses the use and inspection of these parts.
ID
SL-00078 REV 1
Date Posted
May 10, 2023
Applies To
All RV's
Description
Vapor Lock
Discusses risks of vapor lock in high operating temperature environments and when using non-aviation fuels, as well as some information related to prevention and recognition of potential signs of vapor lock. Rev 1 updates scope of applicability to all RV aircraft running MOGAS.
Discusses risks of vapor lock in high operating temperature environments and when using non-aviation fuels, as well as some information related to prevention and recognition of potential signs of vapor lock. Rev 1 updates scope of applicability to all RV aircraft running MOGAS.
ID
SL-00069
Date Posted
February 14, 2023
Applies To
RV-14/14A
Description
RV-14 Heat Muff End Fatigue Inspection and Replacement
Specifies inspection of RV-14/14A heat muff ends and remediation if cracks are found.
Specifies inspection of RV-14/14A heat muff ends and remediation if cracks are found.
ID
SL-00062
Date Posted
September 12, 2022
Applies To
All RV Aircraft
Description
Warning Regarding Modifications to Van’s Aircraft Designs Using Van’s Aircraft Parts/Materials and/or Third-Party Parts/Materials
Letter regarding potential risks when making changes to RV aircraft that vary from the original design
Letter regarding potential risks when making changes to RV aircraft that vary from the original design
ID
SL-00060
Date Posted
September 6, 2022
Applies To
All RV Models
Description
Installation and Use of Control Stick Opening Covers
Recommended installation of stick boot covers to prevent potential unsafe operation due to interference with flight controls
Recommended installation of stick boot covers to prevent potential unsafe operation due to interference with flight controls
ID
SL-00047
Date Posted
August 15, 2022
Applies To
All RV models
Description
Brake Caliper O-Ring Improvement
Guidance for replacement of higher temperature O-rings in brake systems used on RV aircraft
Guidance for replacement of higher temperature O-rings in brake systems used on RV aircraft
ID
N RV-14 V-speeds
Date Posted
March 21, 2022
Applies To
RV-14
Description
V-speeds for the RV-14/14A
Documented V-speeds for RV-14 and RV-14A. Updated to include best-glide and updated never-exceed speeds to include both true and indicated values.
Documented V-speeds for RV-14 and RV-14A. Updated to include best-glide and updated never-exceed speeds to include both true and indicated values.
ID
N RV-14 Control Deflections Letter
Date Posted
February 17, 2018
Applies To
RV-14
Description
RV-14 Control Surface Deflections
ID
N RV-14 Garmin AP and Trim Setup
Date Posted
February 15, 2018
Applies To
RV-14/14A
Description
G3X Autopilot/Trim settings
ID
N RV-14 Avionics Letter Feb 2018
Date Posted
February 14, 2018
Applies To
RV-14
Description
RV-14 Avionics Update
ID
SL 16-11-04
Date Posted
November 16, 2016
Applies To
RV-6,7,9,12,14
Description
Tip-Up Canopy Operation (Previously published as "N Tip Up Canopies")
ID
N Service Letter 15-11-20
Date Posted
December 23, 2015
Applies To
RV-3,4,6,7,8,14
Description
RV- Aerobatic Gross Weight
ID
N 14-12-11
Date Posted
December 11, 2014
Applies To
RV-7,8,14
Description
VS-801PP Vertical Stabilizer skins
ID
N 14-07-03
Date Posted
July 3, 2014
Applies To
All Van’s Aircraft RV Models
Description
SAIB HQ-14-16 (all-metal lock nuts)
ID
N Buying a Flying RV
Date Posted
April 19, 2011
Applies To
Buying a Flying RV
Description
A letter to prospective buyers of flying RVs
ID
N Buying a Used RV Kit
Date Posted
August 11, 2004
Applies To
Buying a second-hand RV Kit
Description
A letter to prospective buyers of a second-hand RV Kit
RV-14 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
Manual Section 15
Date Posted
October 9, 2023
Applies To
All RV Models except RV-12/12iS
Description
Section 15: FINAL INSPECTION AND FLIGHT TEST
Section 15 - Covers final insection and flight test for RV aircraft. Clarified V-speed information and updated per-model V-speed chart.
Section 15 - Covers final insection and flight test for RV aircraft. Clarified V-speed information and updated per-model V-speed chart.
ID
9_14
Date Posted
September 6, 2023
Applies To
RV-14
Description
Elevator Assembly
KAI changes related to reflect SB-00043 elevator bonding
KAI changes related to reflect SB-00043 elevator bonding
ID
Section 5
Date Posted
February 24, 2023
Applies To
All RV Aircraft
Description
GENERAL INFORMATION
Updated with new information
Updated with new information
ID
OP-62
Date Posted
February 14, 2023
Applies To
RV-14, RV-14A
Description
RV-14 IO-390-EXP119 ENGINE INSTALLATION
Describes steps in the RV-14 KAI that are different when installing the IO-390-EXP119 engine on the RV-14/14A. You must refer to the applicable RV-14 KAI sections when using this document.
Describes steps in the RV-14 KAI that are different when installing the IO-390-EXP119 engine on the RV-14/14A. You must refer to the applicable RV-14 KAI sections when using this document.
ID
48
Date Posted
February 14, 2023
Applies To
RV-14
Description
Exhaust System
Updated heat muff end components and related assembly steps
Updated heat muff end components and related assembly steps
ID
38
Date Posted
November 30, 2022
Applies To
RV-14
Description
Section 38: Canopy and Window
Updated to include revised/updated canopy latch parts
Updated to include revised/updated canopy latch parts
ID
31
Date Posted
October 21, 2022
Applies To
RV-14
Description
FUEL SYSTEM
Updated to include acceptable fuel notice and details related to proper clocking/position of fuel elbow fittings
Updated to include acceptable fuel notice and details related to proper clocking/position of fuel elbow fittings
ID
10
Date Posted
September 29, 2022
Applies To
RV-14
Description
AFT FUSELAGE
Rudder cable rivet guide changes; other small changes
Rudder cable rivet guide changes; other small changes
ID
35
Date Posted
May 4, 2022
Applies To
RV-14, RV-14A
Description
Upper FWD Fuselage
Part number change to reflect change to new version of gas strut with stronger canopy holding capacity
Part number change to reflect change to new version of gas strut with stronger canopy holding capacity
ID
OP-63
Date Posted
January 18, 2022
Applies To
RV-14, RV-14A
Description
Remote Canopy Release
Remote canopy release assembly instructions
Remote canopy release assembly instructions
ID
59
Date Posted
January 18, 2022
Applies To
RV-14, RV-14A
Description
Power Module Install
Alternate canopy jettison handle
Alternate canopy jettison handle
ID
1
Date Posted
January 18, 2022
Applies To
RV-14, RV-14A
Description
Section 1
Added DWG OP-63
Added DWG OP-63
ID
Filtered Air Box (FAB) Instructions
Date Posted
June 2, 2021
Applies To
320/360/540 engines with vertical induction
Description
FAB-320-360-540 Air Box
Changes made to Filtered Air Box kit for vertical induction engines. Includes new kit parts and assembly methods for improved alignment and carb heat air door changes.
Changes made to Filtered Air Box kit for vertical induction engines. Includes new kit parts and assembly methods for improved alignment and carb heat air door changes.
ID
18
Date Posted
April 6, 2021
Applies To
RV-14
Description
Section 18: Fuel Tank
Updated with revised float wire geometry to eliminate interference with nearest T-1004-L Fuel Tank Interior Rib.
Updated with revised float wire geometry to eliminate interference with nearest T-1004-L Fuel Tank Interior Rib.
ID
23
Date Posted
December 22, 2020
Applies To
RV-14
Description
AILERON ACTUATION
Changes to the procedure for aileron alignment in assembly instructions
Changes to the procedure for aileron alignment in assembly instructions
ID
45
Date Posted
December 22, 2020
Applies To
RV-14
Description
COWLING
Incorporates changes to parts for oil door hinges to reduce wear
Incorporates changes to parts for oil door hinges to reduce wear
ID
40A
Date Posted
October 6, 2020
Applies To
RV-14
Description
RV-14A TRICYCLE LANDING GEAR & ENGINE MOUNT
Updated nose gear axle
Updated nose gear axle
ID
8_14
Date Posted
October 6, 2020
Applies To
RV-14
Description
RV-14 Horizontal Stabilizer
HS-00902-1 part change, flange height increase incorporated; Added specific call-outs and labeling steps to help prevent builder errors related to improper installation of horiz stab rear spar.
HS-00902-1 part change, flange height increase incorporated; Added specific call-outs and labeling steps to help prevent builder errors related to improper installation of horiz stab rear spar.
ID
49_14
Date Posted
September 23, 2020
Applies To
RV-14, RV-14A
Description
Section 49: Fuel and Oil System
Includes changes related to change from 4" to 5" oil cooler tube.
Includes changes related to change from 4" to 5" oil cooler tube.
ID
47_14
Date Posted
September 23, 2020
Applies To
RV-14, RV-14A
Description
Section 47: Cowl Baffle
Includes changes related to change from 4" to 5" oil cooler tube.
Includes changes related to change from 4" to 5" oil cooler tube.
ID
43
Date Posted
May 5, 2020
Applies To
RV-14
Description
Removed reference to specific part numbers for fuel pressure sensors
ID
14 QBF
Date Posted
March 18, 2020
Applies To
RV-14, RV-14A
Description
New section - documents review and construction steps for builders of RV-14 QuickBuild fuselage
ID
14 QBW
Date Posted
March 18, 2020
Applies To
RV-14, RV-14A
Description
New section - documents review and construction steps for builders of RV-14 QuickBuild wings
ID
Section 1
Date Posted
March 18, 2020
Applies To
RV-14, RV-14A
Description
Updated RV-14 Section 1 - incorporates new QuickBuild instruction sections for use when applicable.
ID
7
Date Posted
November 14, 2019
Applies To
RV-14
Description
Updated to correct part number references, Page 07-07, Step 7.
ID
OP-56
Date Posted
September 24, 2019
Applies To
All RV Models except RV-12/iS
Description
Changed part numbers
ID
19
Date Posted
September 24, 2019
Applies To
RV-14
Description
Page 19-01 REV 2: Depiction of ES-00335 was ES-00177.
Page 19-02 REV 3: In Figure 1, Figure 2 and Detail B, C401J depiction of ES-00335 was ES-00177.
ID
OP-55
Date Posted
September 24, 2019
Applies To
All RV Models except RV-12/iS
Description
Updated part numbers
ID
OP-58
Date Posted
June 17, 2019
Applies To
RV-6/6A, RV-7/7A, RV-9/9A, RV-14/14A
Description
New OP directions and drawings - Optional Lower Cowl Louvers
