N8782D Finished (for now)
 

I have been having so much fun flying my new plane, I'm now just finally getting around to posting some pics. After 4 years of construction on this standard build RV8, and after roping my neighbor into the build, I am happy to report that it exceeds all my expectations. So far, we have flown it 150hrs with relatively few problems.
It first flew on OCT 17th 2014. Over the winter, we completed phase one. In Feb, we flew her down to Alabama for paint and now we are getting ready for Oshkosh. I would like to thank the many vendors and people that helped me along the way.

Derek James (build partner, co-owner, neighbor)

Vans aircraft, VAF, Stein Air, Grove, Catto, Dynon, TSFlight lines, Flightline Interiors, Bobby Potts (paint), JD airparts, Flyboys, Crow Racing, EAA chapter 110, and all the friendly folks at Bowman field KLOU!

And of course my wife for being so understanding.

Moderator...could you please move this thread to RV8/8A forum

thanks

Congratulations!!
 

Yep, sure can.

And, congrats on the plane:D

Wow, she's good looking! Nice plane too.

Hi Dave,

The plane turned out fantastic, nice job and congrats! The checkered flaps are a nice touch...

Cheers,
Stein

Thank you, And thank you for the awesome customer support!

Go Gators?
 

Them looks like Gator colors!?:rolleyes:

nice 8
 

Great looking 8....

very nice

enjoy!!

Mere coincidence, I'm sure. GO GATORS!!

Beautiful plane.. nice job and attention to detail.. the skirt fit is crazy good!

Dave.. thanks so much for taking the time to talk to me and showing me your plane.. and for the priceless hints / tips and motivation..

/Andy

GPS?
 

Well done! What moving map display is that on the left side of your panel? Love the clean look.

Andy,

the pleasure was all mine. feel free to email,PM me anytime. I can't wait to see your plane when its finished.

thanks for the compliments too :o)

Dave

Ipad Mini...with a wifi link to the dynon. very happy with the setup.

Dave

I had a nice surprise today...Found out I won a workmanship award up at airventure! what a fun week.

Dave

Congrats!! Very sharp looking RV, thanks for visiting with me about the paint.
Andy

Very nice -8!
 

Congrats for the beautiful -8 and the confirmation from Airventure on your workmanship! I was thinking "Denver Bronco" fan when I first saw the pictures - but whatever the inspiration, I like the colors! :D

And now it has smoke!




Thanks Marvin..Great product!