Keys or Not

[NASA515]

Uh! Oh! A126, eh? Checked mine. Just as I suspected - they're John Deere No-Key Keys.

First, there was no canopy lock. And now, it seems any gym locker key will work the ignition. I think I'll take the left wing with me when I go into town.

Hey - if I see any of you guys poking around hangars at KPWT, you better hope the cops get to you first.....

Oh yeah - the adjustment tool is in Bag 2863, along with the No-Key Keys.

Bob Bogash
N737G

[DonFromTX]

OK, search is over. I had not yet opened bag 2863 and they were hiding between the velcro strips and stuff. Mine are finely machined to fit my starter switch - and apparently all you other guys as well with a number 126 stamped on them! Look out when I am in your area!
Thanks to all that pin pointed where the darned things were hiding.

[joedallas]

Don you better bring something better than that silly little key.

My JR12M ( or whatever ) will have a Keyless roll bar lock and no exterior handle or side lift tabs.

See prototype Latch www.joesrv12.com/rv12/photo/A_04_01_02.jpg


This latch will be imbedded in the center of the Roll Bar with all appropriate reinforcement with an electric pull down motor, weight is less than 1.8 lbs more.
When the lock is released the canopy will open about 5/8 of a inch.

It will also have a Safety Backup system to open if motor fails

My phone # 727-857-9812 For all helpful constructive comments.

Disclaimer I am not recommending anyone to trust my information as we discuss the changes I make to my RV12 Please assume that I am wrong and confirm any info with a reliable source. Build your plane to the plans for the safest results.

Originally Posted by DonFromTX

Look out when I am in your area!

[Mel]

Originally Posted by joedallas

My JR12M ( or whatever ) will have a Keyless roll bar lock and no exterior handle or side lift tabs.

This latch will be imbedded in the center of the Roll Bar with all appropriate reinforcement with an electric pull down motor, weight is less than 1.8 lbs more.
When the lock is released the canopy will open about 5/8 of a inch.

It will also have a Safety Backup system to open if motor fails

Will there be a way for emergency responders to open the canopy from the outside in case you are incapacitated?

[joedallas]

Mel

This is something I am still working on.

( To open If the pilot can't ) A safety open button could be added to the outside of the aircraft that is enabled when the pilot is inside the aircraft.
This however would not solve the problem if the power is off or the lock is jammed
A mechanical release could be added that only works if the pilot engages it on the pre flight check list.

Or better yet a mechanical release outside the aircraft that that auto engages when you open the aircraft and has to be disengaged when you lock the aircraft

Assuming the aircraft is not upside-down

Any Suggestions are welcome.


Or I could tape a sledgehammer to the wing

Joe

Originally Posted by Mel

Will there be a way for emergency responders to open the canopy from the outside in case you are incapacitated?

[6S4 Hugo]

Originally Posted by ChuckC

Bag 2863 had two keys.

Curious, my keys have serial number A126 on them. How many of you have the same serial number?

IIRC, the A126 refers to the lock type, and is not the key code. For older folks, you may be interested in knowing that the same key type and lock is used on the Amiga? EPAM device.

The keys may be cut differently, but still be the same key type.

[NASA515]

So, if you should lose your keys, how do you get a new key? My cars have key codes the dealer can use to make new keys. Guess I better have a few extras cut "just in case."

Bob Bogash
N737G

[ChuckC]

Anyone's key look like this?
https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-F...2016.06.41.jpg

[Slane]

My key looks just like that.

[MacPara]

Exactly the same like mine