January 2005 Archives
This picture shows the QB Wings as 'delivered' by Vans aircraft. All the control links must be installed by the builder. I guess this ensures (hopefully) that the builder is not only fully liable for the build but also has a vested interest to see that the standards are ensured!!
Flaps and ailerons are also partially built. The Wings QB also has the 'tanks' completed. As per the Fuselage, the additional cost is approx $4000 above the normal wing kit price.
The gentleman in this picture is the originat kit purchaser.
The Fuselage is partially assembled in the QB (Quick Build) version of the aircraft. It still meets the CAA/PFA's 51% or more builder requirement rule but it sure saves some time. The cost increment from Vans is approx $4000 dollars extra for the QB fuselage.
The packing crates will be 'recycled' for such things as bench surfaces and shelving supports etc.
The 'golden' section is the 'heart' of the structure. The wing spars L & R mate with bolts to this 'center spar'.
The HS was built by the original kit owner. This was belived to have been constructed in 2000-1 and was inspected and 'signed off' as satisfactory by Rob Millinship. PFA Inspector.
