JVL’s RV-14: Wings, Ailerons (Part 14)

This blog was created to memorialize the building process of my Van's Aircraft RV-14 and to satisfy the requirements for certification in the Experimental Amateur Built Aircraft category. It will also serve as a central location for ME to reference in the future on processes and techniques I used during the build. Additionally, it will allow my family, friends, and other interested builders the opportunity to follow along during my build…..and might be helpful to someone along the way.

Tuesday, February 26, 2019

Wings, Ailerons (Part 14)

I spent tonight’s session backriveting the last four Main Ribs and 24 Stiffeners to the three remaining Skins. I used a 3.5” Back Rivet Set and 12” Back Rivet Set to set all the rivets. Just like in yesterday’s session, the plans called for AN426AD3-3 rivets, but I felt they were a little short. According to my guage, the AN426AD3-3.5 were a perfect length.....so, I used them again tonight.

I could use the 3.5 Set on all the rivets for the Stiffeners, but the 12” Set had to be used for a couple of the rivets on the Main Ribs.

The results look similar to Part 13, so not any pictures for tonight. However, here is a sweet video.....wish I could work this fast for real!!!