Hangar ceiling mount for RV-12

[Anne :D]

Has anyone of you found a solution for suspending their RV-12 to the hangar ceiling using attachment points on the aircraft itself? (e.g., wing spars and engine mount?)

I have seen on the forum a solution for an RV-14 (https://vansairforce.net/threads/hangar-ceiling-mount.190727/) and questions – but no definite answer – for an RV-12 (https://vansairforce.net/threads/rv-12-tie-down.79289/#post-962432).

Thanks for any insight!

Anne / HB-YPI / First flight 11.2019

 

[12vaitor]

If the AEX tie downs were drilled and tapped per the KAI (p13-02), you could drill a hole in the top skin of the wing at the AEX location and screw in a tie down ring to lift the aircraft. You can insert a metal hole plug when not in use to cover the hole. I did this mod on my RV-12, although the idea was to be able to lift the wing with an engine hoist to change a flat tire. You would still need a third or fourth lift point.

John Salak
RV-12 N896HS

 

[Anne :D]

Thanks John! I have seen this being discussed elsewhere and that in theory (applied loads and supporting structure) it should indeed be ok. I also share the reservations some have expressed... but maybe that's irrational. Wondering if anyone here has actually done it? The third lift point that seems to make most sense for now would be a sling on the propeller.

Anne / HB-YPI / First flight 11.2019