This page contains my RV10 project log and many other tips and information I've gathered throughout the building process. There are also links to further information from other sources, along with some pics others have sent me.   I'm Tim Olson, RV10 builder #40170.   I started my RV-10 kit on Jan. 24,  2004 and started flying it on Feb. 12th, 2006!!  With over 430 hours on my RV-10 to date, I've been very impressed with this aircraft.  A project like this is never truly "finished", so the page will continue as I fly and learn more about this beautiful flying machine.

I highly recommend any people interested in building RV10 join the MATRONICS RV10 list.  It's like having online tech support.  In addition while building your project, following the Aeroelectric list would be a great idea.  For those who like to read web forums, check out the Van's Airforce RV-10 Forum too!

Update: I have now made my site Searchable, click SEARCH

Photo by Doug Reeves

You may contact me using the email name Tim on this domain. (spamproof contact link)

Updated 12/16/2008
OSH 2008 Photos!

Just Added!:  To answer some of my commonly received questions, I've just started "Tim's RV-10 FAQ"

Enter My area of the builders site using this link or the one below in Builder's Pages

Awesome RV10 Photos - Many Photos
RV10 Building Tips and Resources


RV-10 Performance Specs

Actual Performance numbers from customer built
RV-10's - Updated 12/3/2006
List Started
 6/25/2006
360+ on the list!
Why Build the RV-10? - my writeup for
interested prospective builders
Updated 11/9/2006
 
RV10 Builders Pages








Vendor Links - These are vendors I've had personal experience with.
For a more expansive list Click Here.		 My Vendors

  • Stein Air - Awesome Panel builder and Parts Supplier!  Known as a stand-up organization.
 See My Panel



See My Panel

My Seats/Interior

My Engine

My Autopilot

My Prop



My Lights

My Tools

My Ignition

My Strobe Pack

My Alternator

My O2 System



My Pitot









Call Richard Fowler











My CO Monitor
More Builder's Pages
My Exhaust



My WX System



My Battery


My Antenna Choices
Misc. Links
My Seat Belts
Transition Training in the RV-10 -  updated 2/23/06
My FI system
Bob Collin's RV Newsletter Page

Dave Hertner's KitAircraftMods.com
A blog regarding various mods
My Stickgrip


My Trim Control


More Vendors - Vendors above are ones that I have used and experienced first hand.  Follow this link for a more complete vendor link to some other fine companies.

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 When once you have tasted flight, you will forever walk the Earth with your eyes turned skyward, for there you have been, and there you will always long to return.
—Leonardo DaVinci

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Standard Disclaimer:  The ideas, concepts, maintenance procedures and tips within this site may not be considered acceptable, and have come from a variety of potentially unreliable sources.  As with any do-it-yourself project, building an airplane and doing the maintenance is an "at your own risk" undertaking.  Treat any information you find on this page and on the web in general with caution and know that you alone are responsible for the safety of your airplane, and the maintenance performed.   Although the ideas posted here were put out with the concept of increased safety in mind, there are no guarantees.  (Hey, it's 2006, what's a guy to do)