There are many links and information GA enthusiast and builder will come across over the years. This page lists some of the links I found useful and/or enjoyable. Note that these are external links and not part of this website nor owned by it. The owner of this website has no authority nor can carry any responsibility of their contents or availability. These links are provided in good faith.
Van's Aircraft is the manufacturer of RV aircraft kits. RV-14 and RV-14A, is the latest model of the company's line up. With good engineering practices, excellent builder support it is no wonder they are the top aircraft kit manufacturers.
Fun fact: Over 10,000 different models of Van's aircraft have flown over the the years, making this the most successful aircraft kit manufacturer. However, according to their website, only 56 RV-14s are flying around.
Definitely a site that I visit a lot. One of the strong reasons to get Van's Aircraft kit is the community support. With 10,000 RVs built and flying and many more on the way there is a big community of builders who are eager to share their wealth of knowledge. This is one site that sure deserve constant visitation.
AIRCRAFT OWNERS AND PILOTS ASSOCIATION (AOPA)
What does it mean to be an AOPA pilot? For many of us, it means taking the controls of an aircraft and living out a dream that humans have pursued throughout the ages. For some, it means an aspiration to learn to fly, and for still others it simply means an unbridled enthusiasm for aviation and a desire to share it with others.
EXPERIMENTAL AIRCRAFT ASSOCIATION (EAA)
The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) is a growing and diverse organization of members with a wide range of aviation interests and backgrounds.
Founded in 1953 by a group of individuals in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, who were interested in building their own airplanes, EAA expanded its mission of growing participation in aviation to include antiques, classics, warbirds, aerobatic aircraft, ultralights, helicopters, and contemporary manufactured aircraft.
EAA Chapter 40 represents the San Fernando Valley area of Southern California, and includes the Van Nuys (KVNY), Burbank (KBUR) and Whiteman (KWHP) airports. If you have a love of aviation and a desire to meet others with that same passion, consider joining our group. You’ll find a wealth of experience in our members, and a willingness to help others. You don’t have to own an airplane. You don’t have to be building one. You don’t even have to be a pilot.
THE CALTECH / JPL FLYING CLUB (AACIT)
I am a member of this flight club. Astonishing people. I feel privileged to be a member of this club.
The Aero Association of Caltech (informally known as the Caltech/JPL Flying Club) was established in 1966, incorporated as a non-profit organization. It has grown from 18 Caltech members and a single Cessna 150 to the current fleet of 8 airplanes and approximately 180 members. The majority of our members come from the Caltech/JPL community.
Jason Ellis is currently building RV-10A. I particularly like his posts because of his style of production and detailed explanations. I like his character in front of the camera and unbiased opinion. I sometimes even tune to his video that corresponds to the part I am building while I work on my airplane. Although he is building RV10 and not RV14 as I do, the construction process is very similar. I've watched all his RV-10 construction related videos and continue to do so as he publishes them.
AIRCRAFT TOOL SUPPLY, AIRCRAFT SPRUCE, BROWN TOOLS, WEST MARINE,
These are the stores that I mainly shop for the accessories. Aircraft Tool and Aircraft Spruce usually have most of the items I want but they tend to be more expensive. I found Brown Tool by chance and I love them. They carry the same quality of products and they are cheaper. I usually try them first and if they don't have it I turn to the other ones. West Marine is good for stuff like fiberglass and epoxy. Since they are down the road from where I work it makes it easy to just stop by and pick up stuff like that.
THE BUSINESS OF AVIATION: HISTORY OF FLIGHT
This website was found and forwarded to me by girl scout troop.
With all the uncertainty happening with the coronavirus, troop has decided to postpone all meetings for the next three months. (Just to be safe!) That being said, they still encouraged the parents to work with girls at home to ensure they don't fall too far behind!
Leaders been putting together a list of activities for troop's WAI Aviation Fun Patch that they've been working on. (It stands for Women in Aviation International!) The patch requires the troop to visit an airport or air museum and then discuss what they've learned. …Since they won't be visiting an air museum any time soon, leaders wanted to give the girls some historical knowledge on the history of aviation and the pioneers of flight. They've been collecting information for them and this page led them to some great websites to check out – thanks for putting it all together!
This is a great website and the credit goes to Hannah for finding this site for us.