From the Ground Up (2001)

From the Ground Up (2001)

From the Ground Up (2001)

0.2 Jan 2001

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Overview

EAA, in conjunction with Discovery Channel International, presents all 13 episodes of the television series From the Ground Up on 3 DVDs. TV's first how - to aviation program. Enter the exciting world of airplane homebuilding and restoration. From the Ground Up gives you the behind - the - scenes tips and tricks of the trade, using an RV-8 kit as an example. From uncrating to first flight, it is a great introduction to homebuilding and restoration offering a taste of the many skill - sets. This program is dedicated to the personal aircraft movement. Whether you are working on your own airplane or just want to learn more about the construction process, this is the series for you!

English

Demystifying the Process

Visit RV-8 builder, un-crate aircraft and talk about tools needed.

Jan 1, 2001 25m

Tail Section

Learn basic metal working techniques and assemble the tail section.

Jan 1, 2001 25m

Building Wings

Build the Wings.

Jan 1, 2001 25m

Installing Wings

Level and install the wings, and drop in on restoration project.

Jan 1, 2001 25m

Control Surfaces

Install the rudder, elevator, flaps, and ailerons.

Jan 1, 2001 25m

Cockpit Interior

Build and install cockpit parts and look inside historic cockpit from World War II.

Jan 1, 2001 25m

Instruments

Install radio and instruments.

Jan 1, 2001 25m

Engine

Visit facility were engine is built, and install engine and propeller.

Jan 1, 2001 25m

Exhaust and Plumbing

Install plumbing system and exhaust hoses, and visit home builder.

Jan 1, 2001 25m

Cowling, Canopy and Landing Gear

Work with fiberglass, install the canopy and landing gear.

Jan 1, 2001 25m

Painting

Paint RV-8.

Jan 1, 2001 25m

Inspection

Meet our designated air worthiness representative and find out if we pass our inspection.

Jan 1, 2001 25m

First Flight

RV-8 is finished and takes to the sky!

Jan 1, 2001 25m

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