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Here you will find Articles, Resources, and Videos, revealing information about every aspect of Homebuilding an RV. This is an independent website, not associated with Van's Aircraft, but built by people who are familiar with RV construction, having participated in the building process.

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Used Airplanes: How Not to Lose a Fortune - Subscribe to AVweb
In the market for a used airplane? Do yourself and your wallet a solid and look beyond the basics of engine health. With airplanes still selling at premium prices and too many pre-buy inspections getting shortchanged, plenty of owners are shelling out thousands of dollars for unexpected repairs and replacement accessories that could have been negotiated before handing over a big check.
Used Airplanes: How Not to Lose a Fortune
What's new for the Van's RV-12? - Subscribe to AOPA: Your Freedom to Fly
AOPA takes a first look at new features coming to the 2026 Van's Aircraft RV-12.
What's new for the Van's RV-12?
Vans RV-8 Build: Landing Gear Box & Forward Floor Structure Install Ep.134 - Subscribe to T Flight
In this episode of my Vans RV-8 build series, I’m tackling the landing gear box structure build and forward floor assembly for my experimental aircraft. Follow along as I fit, drill, deburr, and rivet the critical components that form the foundation for the RV-8's landing gear and fuselage strength.
Vans RV-8 Build: Landing Gear Box & Forward Floor Structure Install Ep.134
Walking Around a Van's RV8 with a stunning painting Scheme - Subscribe to Dom AZ
Get ready to be amazed by this incredible RV8 aircraft! In this video, we take you on a detailed walkaround tour of a Van's RV-8 plane showcasing a truly stunning custom painting. For all aviation enthusiasts and plane fans, this is a must-watch!
Walking Around a Van's RV8 with a stunning painting Scheme

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Aviation: All about the Garmin GTX 327 Transponder - VansAircraftBuilders.com
Anthony Arispe of ArispeAviation.net talks about Garmin GTX 327 Transponder in great detail, plus goes through how to use the interactive panel of the unit.
Aviation: All about the Garmin GTX 327 Transponder
RV12iS! A Fun & Easy Airplane to Build - VansAircraftBuilders.com
Van's aircraft makes it easy to build an airplane. This video is only a sample of the ease of construction. Van's provides a method to hang side panels without having to hold them in place. Cool!
RV12iS! A Fun & Easy Airplane to Build
Vans Aircraft Builders Video Trailer - VansAircraftBuilders.com
Here's our latest video trailer for use in our upcoming videos.
Vans Aircraft Builders Video Trailer
AutoPRSU Auto Engine Adapters for Experimental Aircraft - VansAircraftBuilders.com
We visited EAA Chapter 1246's Monthly Coffee and Donuts get-together, where Stuart Davis of Auto PSRU gave a great presentation, talking about his company's products where they convert auto engines for aircraft use. Check out their website: https://www.AutoPSRUS.com
AutoPRSU Auto Engine Adapters for Experimental Aircraft
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