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Dear Listers,
Monday May 2 2010 at 1:15pm, RV-8 #82880 N998RV took to the air for the first time! The first flight was about 30 minutes and all systems worked as expected. The only post-flight adjustments necessary were an increase in the amount of available Up trim, and a decrease in the upper RPM limit on the Hartzell prop. After a smooth takeoff, I climbed out and circled the airport at about three to four thousand feet for a couple of circuits then came around and landed making a nice three-point landing with no bounce. The plane handled excellent and the power from the IO-390 and the Hartzell can only be experienced to be believed! What a great combination!
I want to thank Van's for designing such a great aircraft and for producing such an outstanding kit. I would also like to thank all my List friends for their help and assistance during the project. And of course, a special thanks to all of my personal friends that have come over and lent at hand during the construction - I own you guys a ride and a $100 hamburger when I get the Phase 1 time flown off!
Probably in the Fall or Winter some time, I plan to take it in for painting. I'm planning on a Candy Apply Red with some very understated and elegant golden trim with a nice clear coat.
For all those that are still building - keep at it! The end result is 100% worth the time and effort you put into the project. That first flight will be the experience of a lifetime and something you won't soon forget!
Attached are some pictures from the first flight and few shots of the engine, panel, and interior. Below, I've listed the system highlights.
Build Hours: 2457 Hours
Build Time: 23 Months
Kit: Van's RV-8 QB
Engine: Lycoming IO-390 210hp
Ignition: Slick Mags w/ Slick-Start Module
Exhaust: Vetterman IO-390 4-into-4 System (Sounds Great!)
Prop: Hartzell 72" Constant Speed
Governor: PCU5000
Alternator Primary: 60a Plain Power Belt Drive
Alternator Secondary: 20a B&C Direct Drive w/ B&C External Regulator
Steam Gauges: NONE!
Flight Instruments: Triple 6.5" GRT HX / Dual GRT AHRSs / Dual Magnetometers
Realtime Weather: XM Module For GRT HX & XM Module For Kenwood DNX-8120
Autopilot: TruTrak Digiflight II VSGV Two Axis w/ Auto Trim Module
Fuel Flow: Matronics FuelChec DX
GPS: Dual GRT Modules (Garmin engine)
Radio: Garmin SL-30
Transponder: Garmin GTX-327
Electrical System: Vertical Power VP-200
Entertainment: Kenwood DNX-8120 with 7" LCD / Psgr 7" Remote LCD
XM Radio / DVD / 64GB MP3 / HD AM-FM / XM Weather /
Full Bluetooth integration with Blackberry (make
and receive calls through headsets)
Intercom: PS3000 Stereo
Headphones: Bose Aviation Headset X
Interior: Classic Aero - All Leather over All Comferfoam
Carpet: Custom design - Cut & Sewn by Classic Aero
Oxygen System: Mountain High O2D2 w/ Electronic Tank Valve & PSI
Seat Belts: Hooker 5-Point Harness
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Matt Dralle
RV-8 #82880 N998RV
http://www.mattsrv8.com - Matt's RV-8 Construction Blog
http://www.youtube.com/MattsRV8 - Matt's RV-8 HDTV YouTube Channel
Status: Test Flight
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Where I come from they "that sure is purty!"
[quote] Date: Wed, 5 May 2010 18:27:08 -0700
To: rv10-list(at)matronics.com
From: dralle(at)matronics.com
Subject: RV-8 N998RV First Flight - Pilot Report And Photos!
Dear Listers,
Monday May 2 2010 at 1:15pm, RV-8 #82880 N998RV took to the air for the first time! The first flight was about 30 minutes and all systems worked as expected. The only post-flight adjustments necessary were an increase in the amount of available Up trim, and a decrease in the upper RPM limit on the Hartzell prop. After a smooth takeoff, I climbed out and circled the airport at about three to four thousand feet for a couple of circuits then came around and landed making a nice three-point landing with no bounce. The plane handled excellent and the power from the IO-390 and the Hartzell can only be experienced to be believed! What a great combination!
I want to thank Van's for designing such a great aircraft and for producing such an outstanding kit. I would also like to thank all my List friends for their help and assistance during the project. And of course, a special thanks to all of my personal friends that have come over and lent at hand during the construction - I own you guys a ride and a $100 hamburger when I get the Phase 1 time flown off!
Probably in the Fall or Winter some time, plan to take it in for painting. I'm planning on a Candy Apply Red with some very understated and elegant golden trim with a nice clear coat.
For all those that are still building - keep at it! The end result is 100% worth the time and effort you put into the project. That first flight will be the experience of a lifetime and something you won't soon forget!
Attached are some pictures from the first flight and few shots of the engine, panel, and interior. Below, I've listed the system highlights.
Build Hours: 2457 Hours
Build Time: 23 Months
Kit: Van's RV-8 QB
Engine: Lycoming IO-390 210hp
Ignition: Slick Mags w/ Slick-Start Module
Exhaust: Vetterman IO-390 4-into-4 System (Sounds Great!)
Prop: Hartzell 72" Constant Speed
Governor: PCU5000
Alternator Primary: 60a Plain Power Belt Drive
Alternator Secondary: 20a B&C Direct Drive w/ B&C External Regulator
Steam Gauges: NONE!
Flight Instruments: Triple 6.5" GRT HX / Dual GRT AHRSs / Dual Magnetometers
Realtime Weather: XM Module For GRT HX & XM Module For Kenwood DNX-8120
Autopilot: TruTrak Digiflight II VSGV Two Axis w/ Auto Trim Module
Fuel Flow: Matronics FuelChec DX
GPS: Dual GRT Modules (Garmin engine)
Radio: Garmin SL-30
Transponder: Garmin GTX-327
Electrical System: Vertical Power VP-200
Entertainment: Kenwood DNX-8120 with 7" LCD / Psgr 7" Remote LCD
XM Radio / DVD / 64GB MP3 / HD AM-FM / XM Weather /
Full Bluetooth integration with Blackberry (make
and receive calls through headsets)
Intercom: PS3000 Stereo
Headphones: Bose Aviation Headset X
Interior: Classic Aero - All Leather over All Comferfoam
Carpet: Custom design - Cut & Sewn by Classic Aero
Oxygen System: Mountain High O2D2 w/ Electronic Tank Valve & PSI
Seat Belts: Hooker 5-Point Harness
Matt Dralle
RV-8 #82880 N998RV
http://www.mattsrv8.com - Matt's RV-8 Construction Blog
http://www.youtube.com/MattsRV8 - Matt's RV-8 HDTV YouTube Channel
Status: Test Flight
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sean(at)stephensville.com
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| Posted: Thu May 06, 2010 4:41 am Post subject: RV-8 N998RV First Flight - Pilot Report And Photos! |
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And looks like VP-200 should be on the list below as the main bus.  I
am planning on one when I get to the panel. I'd be curious as to your
opinions both on the install and first flight of the VP-200.
-Sean #40303
On 5/5/10 8:27 PM, Matt Dralle wrote:
| Quote: | Dear Listers,
Monday May 2 2010 at 1:15pm, RV-8 #82880 N998RV took to the air for the first time! The first flight was about 30 minutes and all systems worked as expected. The only post-flight adjustments necessary were an increase in the amount of available Up trim, and a decrease in the upper RPM limit on the Hartzell prop. After a smooth takeoff, I climbed out and circled the airport at about three to four thousand feet for a couple of circuits then came around and landed making a nice three-point landing with no bounce. The plane handled excellent and the power from the IO-390 and the Hartzell can only be experienced to be believed! What a great combination!
I want to thank Van's for designing such a great aircraft and for producing such an outstanding kit. I would also like to thank all my List friends for their help and assistance during the project. And of course, a special thanks to all of my personal friends that have come over and lent at hand during the construction - I own you guys a ride and a $100 hamburger when I get the Phase 1 time flown off!
Probably in the Fall or Winter some time, plan to take it in for painting. I'm planning on a Candy Apply Red with some very understated and elegant golden trim with a nice clear coat.
For all those that are still building - keep at it! The end result is 100% worth the time and effort you put into the project. That first flight will be the experience of a lifetime and something you won't soon forget!
Attached are some pictures from the first flight and few shots of the engine, panel, and interior. Below, I've listed the system highlights.
Build Hours: 2457 Hours
Build Time: 23 Months
Kit: Van's RV-8 QB
Engine: Lycoming IO-390 210hp
Ignition: Slick Mags w/ Slick-Start Module
Exhaust: Vetterman IO-390 4-into-4 System (Sounds Great!)
Prop: Hartzell 72" Constant Speed
Governor: PCU5000
Alternator Primary: 60a Plain Power Belt Drive
Alternator Secondary: 20a B&C Direct Drive w/ B&C External Regulator
Steam Gauges: NONE!
Flight Instruments: Triple 6.5" GRT HX / Dual GRT AHRSs / Dual Magnetometers
Realtime Weather: XM Module For GRT HX& XM Module For Kenwood DNX-8120
Autopilot: TruTrak Digiflight II VSGV Two Axis w/ Auto Trim Module
Fuel Flow: Matronics FuelChec DX
GPS: Dual GRT Modules (Garmin engine)
Radio: Garmin SL-30
Transponder: Garmin GTX-327
Electrical System: Vertical Power VP-200
Entertainment: Kenwood DNX-8120 with 7" LCD / Psgr 7" Remote LCD
XM Radio / DVD / 64GB MP3 / HD AM-FM / XM Weather /
Full Bluetooth integration with Blackberry (make
and receive calls through headsets)
Intercom: PS3000 Stereo
Headphones: Bose Aviation Headset X
Interior: Classic Aero - All Leather over All Comferfoam
Carpet: Custom design - Cut& Sewn by Classic Aero
Oxygen System: Mountain High O2D2 w/ Electronic Tank Valve& PSI
Seat Belts: Hooker 5-Point Harness
Matt Dralle
RV-8 #82880 N998RV
http://www.mattsrv8.com - Matt's RV-8 Construction Blog
http://www.youtube.com/MattsRV8 - Matt's RV-8 HDTV YouTube Channel
Status: Test Flight
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MauleDriver(at)nc.rr.com
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| Posted: Thu May 06, 2010 9:41 am Post subject: RV-8 N998RV First Flight - Pilot Report And Photos! |
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WOW! REALLY NICE
Bill "served by the list" Watson
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jesse(at)saintaviation.co
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| Posted: Thu May 06, 2010 10:06 am Post subject: RV-8 N998RV First Flight - Pilot Report And Photos! |
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Did I see that right? 3 EFIS screens, a VP-200, and a single COM radio?
Jesse Saint
Saint Aviation, Inc.
jesse(at)saintaviation.com
Cell: 352-427-0285
Fax: 815-377-3694
On May 5, 2010, at 9:27 PM, Matt Dralle wrote:
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Dear Listers,
Monday May 2 2010 at 1:15pm, RV-8 #82880 N998RV took to the air for the first time! The first flight was about 30 minutes and all systems worked as expected. The only post-flight adjustments necessary were an increase in the amount of available Up trim, and a decrease in the upper RPM limit on the Hartzell prop. After a smooth takeoff, I climbed out and circled the airport at about three to four thousand feet for a couple of circuits then came around and landed making a nice three-point landing with no bounce. The plane handled excellent and the power from the IO-390 and the Hartzell can only be experienced to be believed! What a great combination!
I want to thank Van's for designing such a great aircraft and for producing such an outstanding kit. I would also like to thank all my List friends for their help and assistance during the project. And of course, a special thanks to all of my personal friends that have come over and lent at hand during the construction - I own you guys a ride and a $100 hamburger when I get the Phase 1 time flown off!
Probably in the Fall or Winter some time, plan to take it in for painting. I'm planning on a Candy Apply Red with some very understated and elegant golden trim with a nice clear coat.
For all those that are still building - keep at it! The end result is 100% worth the time and effort you put into the project. That first flight will be the experience of a lifetime and something you won't soon forget!
Attached are some pictures from the first flight and few shots of the engine, panel, and interior. Below, I've listed the system highlights.
Build Hours: 2457 Hours
Build Time: 23 Months
Kit: Van's RV-8 QB
Engine: Lycoming IO-390 210hp
Ignition: Slick Mags w/ Slick-Start Module
Exhaust: Vetterman IO-390 4-into-4 System (Sounds Great!)
Prop: Hartzell 72" Constant Speed
Governor: PCU5000
Alternator Primary: 60a Plain Power Belt Drive
Alternator Secondary: 20a B&C Direct Drive w/ B&C External Regulator
Steam Gauges: NONE!
Flight Instruments: Triple 6.5" GRT HX / Dual GRT AHRSs / Dual Magnetometers
Realtime Weather: XM Module For GRT HX & XM Module For Kenwood DNX-8120
Autopilot: TruTrak Digiflight II VSGV Two Axis w/ Auto Trim Module
Fuel Flow: Matronics FuelChec DX
GPS: Dual GRT Modules (Garmin engine)
Radio: Garmin SL-30
Transponder: Garmin GTX-327
Electrical System: Vertical Power VP-200
Entertainment: Kenwood DNX-8120 with 7" LCD / Psgr 7" Remote LCD
XM Radio / DVD / 64GB MP3 / HD AM-FM / XM Weather /
Full Bluetooth integration with Blackberry (make
and receive calls through headsets)
Intercom: PS3000 Stereo
Headphones: Bose Aviation Headset X
Interior: Classic Aero - All Leather over All Comferfoam
Carpet: Custom design - Cut & Sewn by Classic Aero
Oxygen System: Mountain High O2D2 w/ Electronic Tank Valve & PSI
Seat Belts: Hooker 5-Point Harness
Matt Dralle
RV-8 #82880 N998RV
http://www.mattsrv8.com - Matt's RV-8 Construction Blog
http://www.youtube.com/MattsRV8 - Matt's RV-8 HDTV YouTube Channel
Status: Test Flight
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Hmm...does anyone know if a D10A shows the standby needle too? I know it shows a bearing to station and course, but two course needles would be nice.
Tim, how does Chelton differentiate between the active needle and the standby? I mean, how do you tell them apart? Just curious.
Dave Saylor
AirCrafters LLC
140 Aviation Way
Watsonville, CA 95076
831-722-9141 Shop
831-750-0284 Cell
On Thu, May 6, 2010 at 9:25 PM, Tim Olson <Tim(at)myrv10.com (Tim(at)myrv10.com)> wrote:
[quote] --> RV10-List message posted by: Tim Olson <Tim(at)myrv10.com (Tim(at)myrv10.com)>
It works with the Nav too. That gives my Cheltons
both needles to display...one standby, one active, but
if you're in monitoring, both needles show up.
Tim Olson - RV-10 N104CD
do not archive
Rene wrote:
[quote] --> RV10-List message posted by: "Rene" <rene(at)felker.com (rene(at)felker.com)>
http://www8.garmin.com/manuals/SL30Nav_Comm_UserGuide.pdf
See page 9.
I have never tried it with the nav feq.....
There are a lot of features in the SL30 that I have not explored......it is
a great radio.
Rene'
801-721-6080
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They're just labeled Nav1 and Nav2. The SL-30 is the ideal Nav/com for many reasons. Apollo did so many things better than Garmin.
Tim
On May 7, 2010, at 12:27 AM, Dave Saylor <dave.saylor.aircrafters(at)gmail.com (dave.saylor.aircrafters(at)gmail.com)> wrote:
[quote]Hmm...does anyone know if a D10A shows the standby needle too? I know it shows a bearing to station and course, but two course needles would be nice.
Tim, how does Chelton differentiate between the active needle and the standby? I mean, how do you tell them apart? Just curious.
Dave Saylor
AirCrafters LLC
140 Aviation Way
Watsonville, CA 95076
831-722-9141 Shop
831-750-0284 Cell
On Thu, May 6, 2010 at 9:25 PM, Tim Olson <[url=mailto:Tim(at)myrv10.com]Tim(at)myrv10.com (Tim(at)myrv10.com)[/url]> wrote:
[quote] --> RV10-List message posted by: Tim Olson <[url=mailto:Tim(at)myrv10.com]Tim(at)myrv10.com (Tim(at)myrv10.com)[/url]>
It works with the Nav too. That gives my Cheltons
both needles to display...one standby, one active, but
if you're in monitoring, both needles show up.
Tim Olson - RV-10 N104CD
do not archive
Rene wrote:
[quote] --> RV10-List message posted by: "Rene" <[url=mailto:rene(at)felker.com]rene(at)felker.com (rene(at)felker.com)[/url]>
http://www8.garmin.com/manuals/SL30Nav_Comm_UserGuide.pdf
See page 9.
I have never tried it with the nav feq.....
There are a lot of features in the SL30 that I have not explored......it is
a great radio.
Rene'
801-721-6080
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Kelly McMullen
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| Posted: Fri May 07, 2010 6:50 am Post subject: RV-8 N998RV First Flight - Pilot Report And Photos! |
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I only have one pair of ears, and whether the info is coming from
standby monitor or 2nd radio, it is difficult to focus on second
frequency if 1st is busy.
I don't see how 2nd radio is any better in that situation, but haven't
tried the SL30 yet, so maybe I am missing something. Personally, I'd
rather have the autopilot than the 2nd radio, if I had to make the
choice. Of course a com only can be had for around $1000 these days,
so might as well put one in if you have space.
I am thinking how to avoid the overkill of GNS430 and SL30, which
essentially lets you listen to 3 frequencies and have 2 VORs or ILS's.
The SL40 eliminates the 2nd VOR, which is okay as long as GPS is
functioning, but puts all your nav in one box. Perhaps GNS420 and SL30
would be better combo, but is more expensive than 430 and SL40.
Almost as hard as choosing EFIS, when Dynon, GRT and AFS are so close,
but each has unique positives the others don't, and you can't quite
have it all, without going up budget to multiple brands with more
complexity.
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Requirements are not what I'm talking about. I agree if you're going with one COM then the SL-40/30 would be the one to go with, although I have noticed that the standby frequency is not very useful when the primary is ATC, especially when it's in fairly busy airspace. Unless it's a dead day of flying, with one COM, I would have to ask to change frequency to listen to ATIS.
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One time it's nice to be able to monitor a second freq is enroute 121.5 or a couple smaller unicoms or multicoms in remote areas.
Michael
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Tim Olson
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Nothing is overkill if you like how it works and are happy
with the end result of building your very own RV-10.
I utilize all 4 frequencies at times, between my GNS-480
and SL-30. Some I monitor Flightwatch. Sometimes I
monitor 121.5 (like coming home from the bahamas when I'm
about to enter the ADIZ, or flying over desolate country).
I always have current ATC in active on COM1, and always
enter the next atc or twr freq in standby. AWOS/ATIS
on COM2. Having dual coms or navs with flip-flop is
an awesome thing if you use them well....and nothing could
ever make it overkill if you like what you have when
you're done. It may over-kill a pocketbook, but
that doesn't mean it's overkill to have the tools in the
plane.
Tim Olson - RV-10 N104CD
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Kelly McMullen wrote:
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I only have one pair of ears, and whether the info is coming from
standby monitor or 2nd radio, it is difficult to focus on second
frequency if 1st is busy.
I don't see how 2nd radio is any better in that situation, but haven't
tried the SL30 yet, so maybe I am missing something. Personally, I'd
rather have the autopilot than the 2nd radio, if I had to make the
choice. Of course a com only can be had for around $1000 these days,
so might as well put one in if you have space.
I am thinking how to avoid the overkill of GNS430 and SL30, which
essentially lets you listen to 3 frequencies and have 2 VORs or ILS's.
The SL40 eliminates the 2nd VOR, which is okay as long as GPS is
functioning, but puts all your nav in one box. Perhaps GNS420 and SL30
would be better combo, but is more expensive than 430 and SL40.
Almost as hard as choosing EFIS, when Dynon, GRT and AFS are so close,
but each has unique positives the others don't, and you can't quite
have it all, without going up budget to multiple brands with more
complexity.
On Fri, May 7, 2010 at 4:40 AM, Jesse Saint <jesse(at)saintaviation.com> wrote:
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> Requirements are not what I'm talking about. I agree if you're going with one COM then the SL-40/30 would be the one to go with, although I have noticed that the standby frequency is not very useful when the primary is ATC, especially when it's in fairly busy airspace. Unless it's a dead day of flying, with one COM, I would have to ask to change frequency to listen to ATIS.
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Albert Gardner
Joined: 10 Jan 2006
Posts: 455
Location: Yuma, AZ
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| Posted: Fri May 07, 2010 8:15 am Post subject: RV-8 N998RV First Flight - Pilot Report And Photos! |
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If your com panel allows, splitting the 2 radios between pilot and copilot
is a nice feature and shares the workload or maybe just gives the copilot
something to do.
Albert Gardner
N991RV
Yuma, AZ
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