transition training in RV-12

[edward7048]

I am looking for some one who can give transition training in a RV-12
in the middle of the U.S., #361 is about ready to fly but insurance
needs me to have some training in a RV-12.

[MLock]

You can contact John Albury at Jetguy@att.net. He is in Texas. That's pretty much the southern middle.

He does RV-12 training. Otherwise you'll have to go see Mike Seager out at the factory.

[HDDAHL]

Looking for a ride or transition training in the 12. Currently fly a 9A. Am told by Vans that the 12 flys much like a 9. Live in SC - Mitch, can you help? Or is there someone closer? Thanks. Ready for engine start.

Doug Dahl

[HDDAHL]

Sorry - email is hddahl@hargray.comhddahl@hargray.com

[Geico266]

The 9 does indeed fly like the -12. Just a little lighter input on the stick, and a little more responsive. You'll do fine.

[Catbird]

Geico,

Your second sentence is a bit vague. Are you saying the RV-9 is a little lighter input on the stick and a little more responsive than the RV-12? Or are you saying the opposite?

DAR Airworthiness Inspection this Saturday, May 19, 2012. First flight is imminent.

Catbird

[LittleJoeA]

Catbird,

Good luck on your DAR Inspection. I look forward to reading about your first flight.

[yankee-flyer]

The biggest difference between the -12 and any other low-wing airplane I've flown (and there aren't THAT many) is the pitch change when flaps are are added or retracted. Much more like a C-170's barn doors in that respect. Apparently has to do with the fact they're full-span. The other difference is that if you're above 55 knots on final you'll need a lot of runway. Transition training is HIGHLY recommended if you've been flying Brand C or P-- the 12 flies a lot like a Grumman (except for pitch changew/flap).

Wayne 143WM

[Peterk]

Originally Posted by Catbird

Geico,

Your second sentence is a bit vague. Are you saying the RV-9 is a little lighter input on the stick and a little more responsive than the RV-12? Or are you saying the opposite?

DAR Airworthiness Inspection this Saturday, May 19, 2012. First flight is imminent.

Catbird

For me personally, the largest transition issue was learning the throttle control system used for the Rotax. It is spring loaded to go full power unless locked. That went against all my muscle memory. Learn how that puppy works during your taxi tests. My final best solution was to operate the "push/pull" with my palm around the end while my single index finger rests on the locking "turn" so that I can lock and unlock at anytime instantly without moving my finger more than a half inch. First time you take your hand off the throttle without locking it you'll get smart real quick.

Pete

[KALEWIS]

I agree w/ peterk , that throttle is backwards to everything I am used too. After cert. I am putting a lighter spring on. Just finished W&B and have some taxi time, and the free castor nosewheel is easier to figure out than the throttle control is.