JVL’s RV-14: Fuselage, MID Lower Structure (Part 31)

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.

Friday, July 19, 2019

Fuselage, MID Lower Structure (Part 31)

With the Step Attach Assemblies completed and riveted the F-01405 Bulkhead, it’s now time to install the remaining Baggage Ribs.

The first to go in are the F-01427-L & -R Baggage Ribs. The were attached with a mixture of AN470AD4-4 and LP4-3 rivets. The plans excerpt shows their installation location.

Next, the two F-01426-L & -R Baggage Ribs are attached to the Bulkhead with AN470AD4-4 solid rivets.

Lastly, here is the ALMSOT completed MID Lower Structure after the Baggage Ribs described above were installed. The last step is to install the F-01430 Baggage Floor Stiffener. In the picture below, you can see the Stiffener installed midway down the Baggage Ribs running horizontal across the baggage area. The Baggage Floor Stiffener is attached to the F-01458-L & -R Side Frames and F-014234B-L & -R Outboard Baggage Ribs using two LP4-3 on each side.

Section Complete