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RV-10 Pictures
RV-7
The RV-7/7A is Vans RV's most popular current design, Since the RV-7/7A replaced the most popular kit aircraft in history, Van's RV-6/6A, this is probably no surprise.
About 70% of our customers prefer side by side seating and the RV-7/7A has a roomy cockpit that will easily accept two 6' + adults with sufficient leg, head and elbow room to stay comfortable for three to four hours at a time. The seating arrangement puts both occupants on an equal footing – standard dual controls and optional dual brakes give either occupant full control with equal visibility.
The RV-7/7A retains all the traditional RV virtues. It is an all-around sport airplane, with excellent cross-country capability, fine aerobatic qualities and superior handling. A typical RV-7 can hold two FAA standard pilots, 100 lbs. of baggage and full tanks: 42 gallons. At the aerobatic gross weight of 1600 lbs., the RV-7/7A complies with the +6/-3G standards of the FAA's Aerobatic Category and can still carry two people, making it possible for a new pilot to get aerobatic instruction before he or she starts rolling and looping.
Both sliding and tip-up canopies are available. Both may be opened for taxi ventilation, and both afford that other RV hallmark – superb visibility.
All RVs are capable of very short take-offs and landings and the RV-7/7A is no exception. Equipped with any Lycoming engine between 150 and 200 hp, and either a fixed-pitch or constant-speed propeller, it will leave the ground quickly and climb at impressive rates. The rugged fixed steel landing gear (tailwheel or tri-gear) makes it possible to operate from almost any airstrip, including grass or dirt. One of the best things about flying an RV is the ability to "go where the fun is" and not be limited to big airports with paved runways.
It's a fast airplane, too; able to maintain cruise speeds near or even above 200 mph depending on the engine installed. That speed, combined with the endurance and the range possible with the 42 gallon fuel capacity means that you can traverse half the American continent in a day -- more if the winds are right.
The aerodynamically "slippery" airframe also means that while high top speeds are possible, more relaxed cruise speeds can be very economic. Cruising at a sedate 160 mph or so, the RV-7 can achieve better mileage than many of the compact cars it is flying over.
However, simply blazing through the atmosphere is not what RVs are all about. Pilots who fly them rave about the handling qualities and control harmony...qualities that are difficult to describe with numbers.
Thousands of RV-7/7A kits have shipped to countries all over the world. If you prefer sitting next to your flying partner while you both enjoy one of the nicest-flying airplanes ever…well, you'll like the RV-7/7A.
Custom Aircraft
Ready-to-Fly RV
VANSON Aviation provides a build service for anyone who wants to fly an RV but does not have the time or inclination to build their own flying aircraft. VANSON Aviation can offer you a build experience like no other.
VANSON prides itself on keeping up with the latest technologies and new developments in the industry, allowing us to give you the best advice to suit your needs.
VANSON has the most experience on RVs in the country and we are constantly introducing improvements into our standard builds.
With our turnkey operation, the owner of the aircraft does not have to lift a finger and deal with any red tape. This is all taken care of for him by our experienced staff members.
Boasting the latest tools and equipment, your RV is in safe hands with VANSON!
RV-10
When it comes to best maneuverability and performace in a four-seat airplane, the RV-10 is the clear choice for most.
The RV-10 carries four full-sized adults, (up to 1.9m) according to FAA standards, a full fuel tank, and 27.2kg of baggage. Front and back seats are comfortable and afford generous leg and head room. Composite gull-wing doors allow occupants to board from either side.
The RV-10 is designed to fly well on various versions of the bulletproof six-cylinder Lycoming O-540 engine, developing between 235 and 260 hp. In our prototype, power is provided by a fuel injected 260 hp Lycoming IO-540.
When many pilots say "performance", they really mean "speed." The RV-10 is quite a fast airplane – it will cruise just under 321 kph -- but speed is only part of the story.
The RV-10 derives its high cruise speed from a clean, light airframe, instead of from a big, consumptive engine. This means that cruise at lower speeds can be very economical. Company pilots often choose to cruise at 50-55% power and take advantage of the economy available there. At 281 kph, the RV-10 gets more kilometers per gallon than most of the luxury cars, pickup trucks and SUVs it is flying over.
RVs are known for short-field capability and the RV-10 is no exception. Even at gross weight, the RV-10 can operate out of very short runways and climb well at high density altitudes. At the end of a flight, the generous wing area, big slotted flaps and robust steel rod landing gear allow the RV-10 to land at virtually any small airport -- grass, gravel or pavement. If you can land closer to your destination, you can gain a lot of time over "faster" airplanes that must use big paved airports a long way from town.
Occupant protection is an important design criteria. The composite cabin top provides roll-over protection. The cabin interior is designed around Oregon Aero seats and seat cushions, (provided in the kit) which provide the best available impact mitigation — and comfort. Like all other RVs, the RV-10 has impressively low stall and landing speeds. If necessary, it can be safely landed in very small spaces at speeds that give the occupants the best possible chance of escaping injury.
The baggage compartment will accept 45 kg of "stuff" loaded through the baggage door on the left side. If fewer than four people are traveling, the rear seat backs may be removed in a couple of minutes for extra baggage space.
RVs have always enjoyed a reputation for excellent handling qualities. The RV-10 continues this tradition, in a manner appropriate to a four-place airplane. It is a very responsive airplane, but at the same time stable and easy to fly. It is not an aerobatic airplane, so flick-of-the-wrist sensitivity is not the point. Pilot workload is very low, because the airplane responds quickly and positively to small control inputs from the between-the-knees sticks and rigid pushrods running on ball bearings. It is not the least bit "twitchy" and does not require constant attention to maintain heading or altitude. A long trip in the RV-10 can be positively relaxing.
If your mission includes more than two people, and you like airplanes that perform and handle well, you really owe yourself a ride in an RV-10.