I'm thinking about jumping into an RV7 kit. I really wanted to do the EAA RV class, but just missed the one in Boston. They seem to come around every 18 months or so. I'd rather not wait that long before starting.
So my choices are:
1) Get both of the RV practice projects, and try and make as many mistakes there as possible. Learn by reading the manual, watching youtube and EAA videos, etc.
2) Fly somewhere to take the EAA class
Almost all these skills would be new to me. I consider myself handy and technical. I can teach myself how to do jobs on my car, I have an aero and mechanical engineering degree, I've done some shop work, pulled an airplane engine apart, etc, but never done things like parts prep and aluminum construction.
I know the EAA class if worth it if it is local, but do you think its worth taking a small vacation to do it?
Also, has anyone on here done a poll of how old people are when they complete their first RV?
Thanks!
Jesse
So my choices are:
1) Get both of the RV practice projects, and try and make as many mistakes there as possible. Learn by reading the manual, watching youtube and EAA videos, etc.
2) Fly somewhere to take the EAA class
Almost all these skills would be new to me. I consider myself handy and technical. I can teach myself how to do jobs on my car, I have an aero and mechanical engineering degree, I've done some shop work, pulled an airplane engine apart, etc, but never done things like parts prep and aluminum construction.
I know the EAA class if worth it if it is local, but do you think its worth taking a small vacation to do it?
Also, has anyone on here done a poll of how old people are when they complete their first RV?
Thanks!
Jesse