This proof-of-concept RV-12 will evolve into an amateur-built LSA.

By Dave Martin

If you know much about Dick VanGrunsven and his company—Van’s Aircraft in Aurora, Oregon—you know that they might both be described as conservative in the best sense of the word. Van’s personal and professional reputation comes from his commitment to design and test fast, safe and efficient sport aircraft, turn out reasonably priced kits, and support his customers over the long haul. The result is the RV series. More than 5000 RVs built from kits are finished and flying. …

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