Vital aircraft fluid hoses, like our own cardiovascular systems, are one area that can bring us to a halt in a hurry. They’re easy to overlook and under-spec. KITPLANES columnist Myron Nelson recently paid a visit to Aero Performance, a subsidiary of Aircraft Spruce, to see how hoses are made. Not just any hoses, either, these were replacements for his still-good (but getting old) hoses on his Van’s RV-10. What stands out? Measure carefully, use the right tools and test what you’ve built.
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Mel Asberry clarifies the requirements for a builders log. The bottom line? The requirements are minimal: It should show that you actually built the aircraft, but its helpful to show as much detail as you can. And make sure you're in the photos, doing the work.
