Project: MartysRV14A     -     Entry

Dec 30, 2021 Phase 1 Planning Category: Flight
Thursday, 12/30
- Grounded due to wind/rain
- Package up parts for return to Vans
Phase 1 hours, 7

Friday, 12/31
Weather forecast good.
- Continue engine break-in at full power for another 3-4 hours, for a total of 10-11 hour engine time and measure oil consumption
- Complete G3X on-ground configuration
- Re-torque spinner mount, appears loose
Phase 1 hours, 10

Saturday/Sunday, 1/1-1/2
Weather forecast, wind and rain.
- Remove cowlings.
- Change oil and filter. Inspect and clean screen.
- Inspect engine for leaks.
- Replace safety wire on alternator
- Install MAP snubber fitting and reconnect MAP line from transducer
- Install screws missing on inspection plates
- Install missing screw on baffle
- Install missing nut plate
- use solvent to remove tape residue on surfaces
- Install nose gear fairings. Epoxy tow bar hole guide to nose fairing
- Install main gear fairings. Continue with fabrication of transitions
- Test LED strip and repair/replace
- Install iPhone mount
- Install tow bar mounts
- Pick up sand bags

Monday, 1/3
Potential flying day...
- Pitch authority at various take-off weight and CGs.
Phase 1 hours, 13

Tuesday, 1/4
- Stall testing
- AoA calibration
Phase 1 hours, 16

Wednesday, 1/5
- Autopilot operation
Phase 1 hours, 20

Between 1/6 and 1/20 (14 days), need another 20 flight hours, or about 6-7 more good weather flight days.

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