Need suggestion for map pocket for RV-7A

#1 10-02-2005, 06:00 PM

Does anyone have a suggestion for a map pocket in a 7a without a upholstered interior? I am going to keep my interior bare as far as side panels, etc goes but would like a place to store maps, etc... I searched the archives but didn't find anything.

sprucemoose · #2 10-02-2005, 06:12 PM

I have two seat back pockets from Flightline Interiors, http://my.execpc.com/~erdmannb/index.htm They are cloth with a metal framework and an elastic top, and are riveted to the seat back. Very handy for storing charts, batteries, etc. I don't have a picture but can try to get one in a couple days.

Bob Axsom · #3 10-02-2005, 06:48 PM

I bought the sheet metal pocket kit (they call it a shelf) from George & Becki Orndorff at http://www.fly-gbi.com. There is one for each side between the two bulkheads/formers forward of the seat. They are dirt simple and I just set them asside when they came with the upholstery material. After flying a few cross country trips and diging charts out of my flight bag under my legs I said there has to be a better way. I wondered about the "shelfs" which are open top sheetmetal pockets with an approx. 1" opening at the top and maybe 3" deep. I cut, bent and installed them with sheetmetal screws. They are GREAT! I upholstered mine but that's your option.

Bob Axsom