Home page builder biography kitfox information preparing to build the tail the fuselage the wings fabric covering instrument panel cockpit interior. My background includes engineering, industrial design, woodworking, machining, kit aircraft development and construction, and avionics installation. Jared and tabithas bearhawk construction log the story. On september, 2014 i received my special airworthiness certificate. Aircraft builder helps you capture your progress using your ipad, and generate a build log. Im still working on trying to organize a list of all zenith online builders logs. Join a community of amateur, homebuilt aircraft builders, sharing their passions and hardearned lessons. The rv10 is done and has its faa airworthiness certificate. The company that has brought you great forums like the rvlist, zenithlist, and pietenpollist for nearly two decades is now the proud owner of this outstanding builders kit. Visit velocity builders personal web sites velocity is proud to endorses the use of for documenting the build of your kit. If you do not have the time to build your own airplane, we suggest you purchase a new factorybuilt light sport aircraft lsa or used assembled aircraft, or use professional builder. To get started, simply search for a project that interests you or just browse the recent activity section on this page.
Whether your experimental aircraft is a plansbuilt eaa biplane, a vans rv, a glastar, or even a lancair ivp, kitlog pro is the most efficient way to ensure that you meet the requirements of a builders log for the certification of your home built aircraft. In total there are users online 0 registered, 1 hidden and 12 guests based on users active over the past 5 minutes most users ever online was 203 on tue jan 21, 2020 7. I started my build with a weeklong tail building class involving my tail kit and 2 pros. Kitlog pro is an organizational tool that allows the builder of any type of aircraft to create, archive, maintain, and display the entire building process. My kitlog is a web based builders hub that showcases. A screen saver with experimental aircraft photos from nasa and dryden flight research. Most experienced builders have found that their first projects required triple the estimated time to build. Kitlog pro began simply as an electronic builder s log and has since evolved into a complete builders resource tool that has completely revolutionized the experimental aircraft industry. Jared and tabithas bearhawk construction log the story of. That site might be a good resource for ac builders. Expercraft offers an exciting new free product that allows aircraft builders free webspace and a simple user interface to post the details of their build online. Wing kit started after finish kit kit arrives 042814 start right wing 020515 photo 030715. Aircraft builder build, log, track and share overview.
Aircraft building experimental aircraft association. The rocket will fly sometime this century, subject to weather of course. This downloadable software is a selfcontained application that runs on windows, mac or even on the ipad. My goal is to give a prospective longez builder the upfront information they need to get building. Kitlog, a building log for aircraft aircraft extras. Document library glasair aircraft owners association. Architectural models bring a building down to a small scale for studying, to mock up, or to display. Zenith aircraft builders freeware free download zenith. Nov, 2018 skylab flybox ultralight instrument panel and android application software. My name is bjornar svingen, and i am building this onex experimental aircraft. The faa values the chain of ownership with all kit aircraft and aircraft registration can become very difficult if this chain is not documented by all owners.
The world of homebuilt aircraft officially known in the united states as experimental amateurbuilt aircraft has existed as long as powered flight. This site chronicles my familys janice, brad, and renee activities in building a four place 200 mile per hour rv10 experimental aircraft. Weve worked hard to make aircraft homebuilding accessible to anyone by giving you clear and complete plans, matchedhole kits and readytoassemble parts that. Webbased flight scheduling, aviation data management and reporting software for corporate flight departments. The purpose of the builder records is to verify that amateur builders did indeed build the aircraft, so the faa inspector or designated airworthiness representative dar appreciates pictures of the amateur builders actually working on the project.
Avialoft makes logging your aircraft build quick and easy, so you can get back to building. Most kitplanes require over hours to build even after any quickbuild options. Is there any builders log computer software available. It allows members to post an unlimited number of entries. You can also check out the high definition 1080p videos on my rv8. Balloon building this site documents the building activities.
Ultra micro f117 stealth fighter 28mm eflite delta v micro jet. New kits take just a few hundred hours to assemble, requiring just simple skills and tools to put together. Build the vw t1 samba camper, the iconic volkswagen van. This is practically the entire log online and is well documented with pictures. Mark agreed to design a 100 wing span 337 from a full scale 3 view drawing and laser kit it for me. For some time now, mike chesney has been working as my apprentice, learning all the ins and outs of building access kits, setting up cnc programs, and in general getting ready to take over my part time kit building hobby. Kit builder is custom clothing designer software that has been designed to allow you to create and build your own range of clothing online. Oct 12, 2011 of the 23,000 amateurbuilt planes in the u.
Kit builder aircraft tool kit initially designed for the rv3, rv4 and rv6 builders, this new kit has proven to be very popular with virtually all aircraft home builders. Aircraft builders logbook, aircraft technical book co. Master builders kits the master builders kit is our most comprehensive riveting kit. Another resource where content is curated from around the internet and posted is the vans aircraft builders web site.
Builders can use the free service to keep track of their airplane as it is built. Free buildlog software is now available zenith aircraft builders. Zenith aircraft builders, free zenith aircraft builders freeware software downloads. Cessna skymaster 337 designed by carolina custom kits rc. Commonly named the hippie van, t1 samba camper van was a revolution in transportcargo and, thanks to the hippie movement, a symbol of freedom. The aircraft is about complete and in need of a power plant builder note. Or perhaps you really want to join the ranks of airplane builders, a cadre of craftsmen that has already turned out over 30,000 aircraft since the faa instituted the eab category. It contains the tooling needed to build some of the most popular aluminum airplanes, including the rv series, the thorp t18, the midget mustang, and many.
My kitlog is a web based builders hub that showcases experimental aircraft projects from all over the world. Click on the testimonials tab and see why over 6000 builders are using our software. I just released a new free software application named buildlog that makes it easy to track time worked while building an experimental aircraft. They can be especially useful for examing a building in all directions in a small environment, to catch any designs that might be unappealing once applied to a full scale building. A great builders log and some interesting animations make this a great site for. Find help you find the right plane through our consulting services and reference center. If you have general questions about experimental aviation or are new to homebuilts and have questions about how to get started this is the place. These are a great way to see what goes into building a homebuilt aircraft. The main purpose of this blog is to log the progress. Bimx log home virtual tour custom timber log homes. March 12, 2020 to march 15, 2020 gainesville airport kgle 0 comments 1 like.
There you will find modelspecific groups as well as groups covering rv building and flying as a whole. Vans aircraft is the leading designer and manufacturer of kit aircraft, with more than 10,000 flying aircraft and a wide selection of available models. Search for aircam in the builders search section on that website and you will see that glenn whitehouse has done a nice job of tracking his work and documenting his build in pictures. Its exceeding all expectations and is truly a joy to fly. Homebuilt aviation pty ltd dedicated to the development of kit aircraft and components for the home builder, and to the promotion and growth of sport aviation including an affordable low wing 2 place aircraft kit that includes the engine, engine mount, cowel bowl etc. Oct 19, 2017 quite a few people have figured this out. Your builders log feeds directly into your aircraft manual, beefing up the checklists you already have. Skylab flybox ultralight instrument panel and android application software. Planelogix officials said they designed the builder logbook to be. Kitlog pro began simply as an electronic builders log and has since evolved into a. An excellent site and a good way to get an idea on how to log your own project. This blog documents the further adventures of matt dralle and the construction of his rv8 serial number 82880, n998rv ruby vixen. Obviously, you will need to back up your electronic files or keep print outs in case your computer malfunctions.
What records must i keep to document the construction of my homebuilt aircraft. They offer innovative ideas and products and put smiles on a great many faces. A very detailed builders log of the construction of a kitfox v outback. Kitlog pro software is an organizational tool that will allow the builder to create, maintain, display, and archive the complete building process. See more than 1121 projects and over 175,904 log entries. Carrboro, nc planelogix has released a new builder logbook module available to aircraft builders for free. Were bringing the excitement of building and flying your own custom plane to a broader range of pilots by creating a unique kitplane builders center. Construction sequence of this kit was adjusted to allow for priming, alterations and wing fuel tanks. If youre currently building, flyingor dreaming of building and flying onethis is the place for you. The software and the hardware is designed to help ultralight trike, fixed wing, paratrike, kit builders, and home aircraft builders to find low cost solution for basic flight instrumentation.
Note that these kits may not qualify for aircraft registration under the traditional 51% regulations. Weve created kitplane builders to help you fly your dream. Click on the tab above to search for experimental aircraft builders from all over the world. Developed specifically for zenith builders by a builder these videos on dvd are a great help in building your own kit plane by providing practical handson construction information.
Jul, 20 aircraft builder helps you capture your progress using your ipad, and generate a build log when you are done. Yep, or anywhere in between 100% diy and proassist. The next owner of your airplane will thank you for a detailed builders log when deciding to make modifications or needing to know more about the materials and procedures you used. Joes rv 12 a builders log of vans lsa light sport aircraft. Add photos, videos, and more to catalog the homebuilder journey, company officials note. Simple journal entries and photo placement to each entry will create a detailed, printable journal for inspections, air shows, reference, or even aid in the resale of your aircraft. Probably the next largest internet presence for vans builders and pilots is facebook. Currently there are over 2,000 experimental aircraft builders from around the. Aircraft builder helps you capture your progress using your ipad, and generate a build log when you are done. Builders log bill hammonds kitfox series 6 project n9kf. March 31, 2020 to april 5, 2020 lakeland linder regional airport klal. See a wide variety of experimental aircraft pictures, including details of how they were built.
Many of our customers contract with their katahdin dealer andor builder to build their katahdin cedar log home. I just picked the kit up from him today and offered to do this build log. Zenith aircraft kits have become significantly easier and quicker to build over the years as final hole size matchdrilled parts and assemblies have become available, thanks to cnc manufacturing and solidworks design software. My kitlog is a web based builder s hub that showcases experimental aircraft projects from all over the world. Aircam forum view topic builders log lockwood aircraft. Yes, kitlog pro is a builder s log software that allows you keep digital photos along with your daily entries. The cost is mostly due to the turbine jet engine that powers this aircraft. If the buyer is purchasing a complete kit or flying aircraft, then a copy of the signed faa bill of sale form 80502 must also be included with the planholder buyer agreement. Online community for active builders and pilots of zenith aircraft kits chris heintz zenair light airplane designs. The rv10 has just gone through its second conditional inspection. Or envision changes, where its more economical to use a model. N805tb is a bob barrowsdesigned bearhawk 4place with plans number 1063, built from bearhawk aircraftavipro kit number 60.
Visit velocity builders personal web sites velocity aircraft. Even the wright brothers were homebuilders, since they didnt rely on a factory to construct their airplanes. Its difficult imagining how someone with zero aluminum aircraft building skills can do a first rate job on their first attempt though many do. Eric newtons bearhawk construction site erics third homebuilt, and his second time to list his online builders log here.
Kitlog pro began simply as an electronic builders log and has since evolved into a complete builders resource tool that has completely revolutionized the experimental aircraft industry. Compatible with vans rv, zenith, sonex, rans, lancair, kitfox, or any other kit plane or plans built project. I live in orange county, california and i spent just over 8 years scratch building my zenith ch 650 in my twocar garage. Jan 02, 2020 the next owner of your airplane will thank you for a detailed builders log when deciding to make modifications or needing to know more about the materials and procedures you used. The eaa builders log is a great way to show your work to an faa. However, while its not required for certification of your homebuilt, you may still wish to track the time. Nessa aircraft nessa aircraft a site to inspire amateur aircraft builders on alternate selections for an economical safe approach to flying.
The list is located here, and if youd like to have your log listed for others to find, please email me the link to your site, or just message me here. The pilots behind these diy aircraft tell us their inspiration, and we tell you. Currently there are over 2,000 experimental aircraft builders from around the world using kitlog pro. It contains our most popular rivet hammer and is an excellent tool kit. The software is free but it application requires to purchase of flybox central panel and sensors from sky. Homebuilt and experimental aircraft thirty thousand feet. Wood architectural scale models to build and display. Online builders logs zenith aircraft builders and flyers. Aeroauto about homebuilt aircraft with automobile engines aero interiors if you are seeking a custom aircraft interior, theyll create one for your lancair, vans velocity, or any other homebuilt project. What should be in your builders log documenting your. Maybe you are one of them and are trying to decide which used eab will meet your flying needs and your budget. Southland has helped over 30,000 customers with beautiful custom log homes since 1978. So, a new direction is needed to keep the supply of parts coming to the many loyal builders. Builderlog is a modern app for logging your experimental aircraft build.
Home vans aircraft total performance rv kit planes. Also included in the software are all the faa forms, advisory circulars, and. Kitlog pro vans aircraft total performance rv kit planes. Viewing others logs is a great way to get answer to your questions and simply get ideas for how to do things. The experimental aircraft association introduced a new, online eaa builders log, free for all eaa members, to use to document projects and demonstrate compliance with the faas 51 percent rule. The online log is available at following its initial launch at eaa airventure oshkosh 2019. However, many of our customers like the challenge of building their own log home. Kitlogpro downloads experimental aircraft builders log. Matt is also part of the insanely great software company, ambrosia software. The project log pages listed below were intended to document milestones and items of general interest in the project, but they got completely out of control almost immediately. Members of the eaa and other professional organizations. The experimental aircraft association introduced a new, online eaa builders. Internet resources vans aircraft total performance rv kit. They are experienced in log home construction and work regularly with local craftsmen and subcontractors.
To do so, simply click on the register button on the aircraft summary window and follow the instructions. Post any suggestion or questions you may have for this forum. Whether your experimental aircraft is a plansbuilt eaa biplane, a vans rv. Stuart hutchison experimental aircraft builders log. Here is a link to sonex aircraft, the designer of the aircraft and the producer of the kit. Builderlog experimental aircraft builder log coming soon. Creating and sharing your aircraft build log is now easier than ever before. The dashboard gives you a quick overview of the project and instant access to the.
The software is free but it application requires to purchase of flybox central panel and sensors from sky laboratories ltd. Youve found the place for more than you ever wanted to know about our bearhawk project. I think some builders stumble a bit on whats in between. Even at 3040 hours a month thats 68 years before your dream kit aircraft will take flight. This is super cool because i can use my iphone to show the 650 and its the perfect size and fully touch screen like the real 650. This 5photo version is free, a gold edition has 42 photos and may be purchased at. The longez is a 2place, singleengine, allcomposite homebuild airplane. Please note that this kit is a prototype, so this build will help with any final tweaking needed. Zenair offers different levels of advanced kits for builders who would rather fly sooner than later. A special thanks to all my patient sponsors, to whom the amateur built experimental aeroplane community owes so much. They, like the homebuilders of today, used their own abilities and.
Thank you for choosing to download the fully functional 15 day trial version of kitlog pro v2. The aircraft are not available factoryassembled from zenith aircraft co. Zenith aircraft builders and flyers online community of. Check out the stories and photos from some of these first flights, and submit your own.
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