This page contains my RV10 project log and many other tips and information I've gathered throughout the building process. There are also links to further information from other sources, along with some pics others have sent me.   I'm Tim Olson, RV10 builder #40170.   I started my RV-10 kit on Jan. 24,  2004 and started flying it on Feb. 12th, 2006!!  With over 585 hours on my RV-10 to date, I've been very impressed with this aircraft.  A project like this is never truly "finished", so the page will continue as I fly and learn more about this beautiful flying machine.

I highly recommend any people interested in building RV10 join the MATRONICS RV10 list.  It's like having online tech support.  In addition while building your project, following the Aeroelectric list would be a great idea.  For those who like to read web forums, check out the Van's Airforce RV-10 Forum too!

Update: I have now made my site Searchable, click SEARCH

Photo by Doug Reeves

You may contact me using the email name Tim on this domain. (spamproof contact link)

Updated 1/11/2010
Favorite trip so far: Bahamas Vacation

Enter My area of the builders site using this link or the one below in Builder's Pages

Awesome RV10 Photos - Many Photos

RV10 Building Tips and Resources



RV-10 Performance Specs


Actual Performance numbers from customer built
RV-10's - Updated 12/3/2006

List Started
 6/25/2006
360+ on the list!
Why Build the RV-10? - my writeup for
interested prospective builders
Updated 11/9/2006

 



RV10 Builders Pages
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Live your dreams today!
A large percentage of the population dreams of flying, but never works to realize that dream.  If you are a dreamer, find the passion within you and learn today.  Don't let your dreams fade by the wayside. Chase them today.






Vendor Links - These are vendors I've had personal experience with.
For a more expansive list Click Here.
 My Vendors


  • Stein Air - Awesome Panel builder and Parts Supplier!  Known as a stand-up organization.
 See My Panel





See My Panel


My Seats/Interior


My Engine


My Autopilot


My Prop





My Lights


  • Bonaco Inc. - Awesome braided Teflon hoses with protective cover!
 Pictures
Coming soon!


My Tools


My Ignition


My Strobe Pack


My Alternator


My O2 System





My Pitot














Call Richard Fowler











My CO Monitor



My Exhaust




My WX System

Misc. Links
Transition Training in the RV-10 -  updated 2/23/06
Bob Collin's RV Newsletter Page
Dave Hertner's KitAircraftMods.com
A blog regarding various mods



My Battery


My Antenna Choices


My Seat Belts


My FI system





My Stickgrip




My Trim Control


More Vendors - Vendors above are ones that I have used and experienced first hand.  Follow this link for a more complete vendor link to some other fine companies.

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Current Weather at KEAUNear my home field (KLUM)

 When once you have tasted flight, you will forever walk the Earth with your eyes turned skyward, for there you have been, and there you will always long to return.
—Leonardo DaVinci

"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover."
-Mark Twain


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Standard Disclaimer:  The ideas, concepts, maintenance procedures and tips within this site may not be considered acceptable, and have come from a variety of potentially unreliable sources.  As with any do-it-yourself project, building an airplane and doing the maintenance is an "at your own risk" undertaking.  Treat any information you find on this page and on the web in general with caution and know that you alone are responsible for the safety of your airplane, and the maintenance performed.   Although the ideas posted here were put out with the concept of increased safety in mind, there are no guarantees.  (Hey, it's 2006, what's a guy to do)