I’ve had the email to let me know that my empennage kit has shipped, super excited to start this project, but I’ll admit getting that email made me think “Am I ready? Can I do this? Is this crazy!?”…
My workshop is ready, I’ve got the tools, I’ve built the toolbox, so I think the answer is yes – but it’s a meaty project that requires determination to finish, and so I think those thoughts were healthy!
Due to the laser cut parts issue I have got a significant number of parts on back order, so it looks like I won’t be able to build unencumbered, but I’m sure there’s plenty still to do!
Here’s my backordered parts list:
| Part Number | Description | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| F-01486C-L | J-Stiffener, Aft Fuse | 1 |
| F-01486C-R | J-Stiffener, Aft Fuse | 1 |
| F-01410 | Bulkhead | 1 |
| F-01411A | Bulkhead | 1 |
| F-01411B | Bulkhead | 1 |
| VS-705 | Nose Rib | 1 |
| R-912 | Rudder C.Balance Rib | 1 |
| VS-704 | Root Rib | 1 |
| VS-706 | Tip Rib | 1 |
| VS-707 | Tip Rib | 1 |
| E-903 | Elevator Tip Rib | 2 |
| E-905 | Left Elevator Rib 9/10 | 1 |
| R-903 | Rudder Top Rib | 1 |
| E-1008 | Elevator Rib | 12 |
| E-01402 | Elevator Trim Cover | 1 |
| E-904 | Elevator Tip Rib | 2 |
| F-01412A | Bulkhead | 1 |
| F-01412B | Bulkhead | 1 |
If you’re a UK builder, then part of the process involved filling out forms with OIA Global which are the shipping company dealing with the import, the forms weren’t straightforward, but after asking some folks in the RV14 UK WhatsApp I soon got the answers.
Here’s a copy of the forms for anyone who needs it for the future, I’ve removed my details and on the clearance form remember to change the cargo details to match what you have, I’ve left my emp kit as an example:
Building an RV-14A 