Geico266
Well Known Member
This time of year is really dead "work wise" for me so I decided to spend a few days helping on the RV-1 at Hicks Field, TX. It's a 3 hour flight one way for me so I had plenty of time to think.
I just wanted to share a few thoughts about the opportunity to see up close and to be able to work on the the very first RV to fly built by Van himself, and to try and inspire others to take some time to make the trip to help out.
The goal is to get the plane done for SnF March 27th. That leaves 14 weeks from now to get the plane done. Subtract 3 weeks for paint prep and paint shop, 2 weeks fly off / shake down runs and adjustments leaves 9 weeks to get this bird airworthy.
If you can dedicate some time and have skills finishing up details contact Paul or Jay Pratt ASAP! The RV-1 needs your help and expertise now to meet a very tight schedule.
A very special thank you to Jay Pratt and Roy (Jarhead) & Vickie Geer for putting me up for 2 nights while we worked on the plane. Southern hospitality is alive and well at Hicks Field.
If you have a camper I believe you can stay right on the field, there are hotels in the area, and there are some residence there that are taking in workers. This is really a cool project. If you have some time or can make time, now is the time! Let the final push begin!
9 weeks and counting.
Be a part of RV history! The time is now, the need is now.
I just wanted to share a few thoughts about the opportunity to see up close and to be able to work on the the very first RV to fly built by Van himself, and to try and inspire others to take some time to make the trip to help out.
The goal is to get the plane done for SnF March 27th. That leaves 14 weeks from now to get the plane done. Subtract 3 weeks for paint prep and paint shop, 2 weeks fly off / shake down runs and adjustments leaves 9 weeks to get this bird airworthy.
If you can dedicate some time and have skills finishing up details contact Paul or Jay Pratt ASAP! The RV-1 needs your help and expertise now to meet a very tight schedule.
A very special thank you to Jay Pratt and Roy (Jarhead) & Vickie Geer for putting me up for 2 nights while we worked on the plane. Southern hospitality is alive and well at Hicks Field.
If you have a camper I believe you can stay right on the field, there are hotels in the area, and there are some residence there that are taking in workers. This is really a cool project. If you have some time or can make time, now is the time! Let the final push begin!
9 weeks and counting.
Be a part of RV history! The time is now, the need is now.
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