Service Information and Revisions
RV-15 Service Bulletins
ID
Date Posted
Applies To
Description
Details
ID
SB-00079
Date Posted
March 20, 2026
Applies To
All RV aircraft
Description
Emergency Egress Hammer
Because preparation is an important part of safety, Van’s Aircraft is recommending all RVs carry an Emergency Egress Hammer. (One is available on the Van’s webstore.) It’s important to note that egress hammers designed for automobiles may not be compatible with the aircraft use, since spring-loaded plungers designed to break glass are not effective on the plexiglass used in aircraft windows and canopies. The proper tool will have a hammer heavy enough to break through plexiglass to aid emergency egress. Please read the entire Service Bulletin 00079 for more detail.
Because preparation is an important part of safety, Van’s Aircraft is recommending all RVs carry an Emergency Egress Hammer. (One is available on the Van’s webstore.) It’s important to note that egress hammers designed for automobiles may not be compatible with the aircraft use, since spring-loaded plungers designed to break glass are not effective on the plexiglass used in aircraft windows and canopies. The proper tool will have a hammer heavy enough to break through plexiglass to aid emergency egress. Please read the entire Service Bulletin 00079 for more detail.
