RV12 rib fluting

This video shows the method I developed to flute the ribs on my RV12 experimental airplane kit. The result was a simple, quick, and repeatable method that got rid of the frustrations I was having when I first started. I use the normal fluting pliers, a pair of conventional pliers, a flat workbench, and a magic marker to do the fluting. The advantage is that the process starts at one end and progressively flutes the rib from one end to the other. This was much better for me that using random "a little her, a little there". I can now flute a whole rib quickly and predictably. I hope you enjoy watching.
Alan Gilmore




rv12info.com

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[IRproductionstudios]

VIDEO REQUEST.....how taper front HS spars, building an rv8.... thanks for the fluting video

[docscot11]

The shame is as expensive as they run you would think all that would already be done for you.

[SmileysDad]

Nicely done! This is the first time I've seen the fluting process described as a process. Even the RV builders at my airport couldn't tell me /how/ to do it even though they've fluted complete RVs. Vans Aircraft should take note and update the construction manual. Thanks.

[aircates]

Thank you... This was VERY useful.. I'm planning on starting my RV9 soon...

[brokenspar]

SUPER AWESOME Information!!! I hope to be starting my own RV-12 soon. THANK YOU for sharing your valuable building ideas!!!!

[marvin26]

Great work!  Love what you did with cleco fliers.

[Rangerjo]

Awesome video ! I'm gathering money right now for a RV-10 build. I've checked your site out, and I hope you continue your documentation of your build ! Cant wait to see it fly !