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Revision: 2.3
Date: 10/30/20
RV-12iS
PRODUCTION ACCEPTANCE PROCEDURES
AIRCRAFT SERIAL NUMBER: _______________
ASTM F 3035-13 states that the manufacturer (Van's Aircraft) shall maintain a Quality Assurance
Record (QAR) for each LSA produced. The QAR shall consist of (among other records)
"Applicable final inspection records, check, and test documentation from the production
acceptance procedures"
Van's Aircraft
14401 Keil Rd. NE
Aurora, OR 97002
U.S.A.
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  • Page 1 PRODUCTION ACCEPTANCE PROCEDURES AIRCRAFT SERIAL NUMBER: _______________ ASTM F 3035-13 states that the manufacturer (Van's Aircraft) shall maintain a Quality Assurance Record (QAR) for each LSA produced. The QAR shall consist of (among other records) "Applicable final inspection records, check, and test documentation from the production acceptance procedures"...
  • Page 2 Changes in spelling, punctuation and formatting will not be marked. To verify the latest revision of the PAP, compare the revision level found on the cover page with the latest revision posted on the RV-12iS Service Information page of the Van’s Aircraft web site.
  • Page 3 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 TABLE OF CONTENTS COVER PAGE REVISION SUMMARY TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION SECT G1 SYSTEMS CHECK G1-1 SECT G2 FLIGHT CONTROLS CHECK G2-1 SECT G3 SEATS & SAFETY BELTS G3-1 SECT G4 ENGINE CHECK G4-1 SECT G5 PITOT, STATIC, &...
  • Page 4 (ULS) are specific to the 912ULS engine. Procedures which do not have a specific notation apply to both engine installations. These procedures will help you to become familiar with your RV-12iS. Upon completion of these tests you should continue exploring the performance and handling characteristics of your aircraft within the approved flight envelope.
  • Page 5 Download the latest “Read Me” file, firmware, and configuration files for your EFIS from the Downloads page of the Van’s Aircraft website. NOTE: The read me document explains the process of downloading and installing Van’s Aircraft factory settings for the RV-12iS, including TRIM take off and AP servo configuration, etc. ...
  • Page 6 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 FIGURE 1: ACCESSING THE TRIM SPEED CONTROL KNOB FIGURE 2: TRIM SPEED ADJUSTMENT KNOB LOCATION ON THE AFT SIDE OF THE AV-60000 POWER MODULE G1-2...
  • Page 7 Verify ADS-B is functioning.  Reference Chapter 9 of the RV-12iS MM to adjust the sound levels within your aircraft. NOTE: All audio levels are set at the factory to default settings for audio balance. NOTE (GTR200): EFIS warning and AOA tone levels may be adjusted within the EFIS setup menu.
  • Page 8 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 If optional single landing light has been installed:  Landing light switch “STEADY”.  Verify that landing light is on steady.  Landing light switch “PULSE”.  Verify that landing light pulses on and off. If optional second landing light has been installed: ...
  • Page 9 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 Section G2 – Flight Controls Check FLIGHT CONTROLS:  Remove empennage fairing.  Verify that top stabilator cable is attached and safetied.  Verify that bottom stabilator cable is attached and safetied.  Verify that both rudder cables are attached and safetied. ...
  • Page 10 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20  Standing alongside the stabilator, move stabilator from full-up to full-down and check for binding/interference of the anti-servo tab and actuating mechanism.  Move the stabilator to the full trailing edge up position and hold it there. ...
  • Page 11 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20  Place flaps in "retracted" position and have a helper hold the left flaperon trailing edge in line with tip trailing edge (in trail) position.  Verify right flaperon trailing edge is 1/4 inch [6.3mm] to 1/2 inch [12.6 mm] below trail position.
  • Page 12 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 Section G3 - Seats and Safety Belts OCCUPANT RESTRAINT: -Pilot side Lap Belt:  Verify security of attachment, 2 places, left and right.  Verify no visual defects (signs of fraying, wear, loose stitching, etc) -Pilot side Shoulder Belt: ...
  • Page 13 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 Section G4 - Engine Check ENGINE:  Remove cowling, upper and lower.  Verify proper engine attachment.  Verify proper exhaust system attachment. Throttle control:  Verify proper attachment.  (iS) Verify proper operation through the entire range (observe the throttle arm while having a helper move the throttle lever from the cabin).
  • Page 14 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 Time to pump one gallon: (Max Time: 180 seconds)  Master Switch “OFF”.  Re-connect fuel line to fuel pump. (iS) Fuel System Testing:  Remove the fuel supply hose from the RH fuel manifold on the engine. ...
  • Page 15 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 Section G4 checks completed by: Printed Name/Title Aircraft Serial Number Signature Date G4-3...
  • Page 16 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 Section G5 - Pitot, Static, and AOA System Leak Check  Move the flight controls through all extents multiple times to confirm there is no Move the flight controls through all extents multiple times to confirm there is no interference between any tubing or wires and any flight controls or the flaperon linkage.
  • Page 17 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20  Note current altitude indication:_________  Tape-over one of the static ports with electrical tape, fully push-in syringe plunger and use modeling clay to hook-up syringe & vacuum hose to the other static port, use syringe to draw- out air from static system.
  • Page 18 Throttle to idle, note RPM, smoothness of run. Once oil temperature exceeds 165º F [74º C]:  Check tachometer indication, engine idle at 1550-1650 RPM  Verify functionality of throttle springs. (See RV-12iS Maintenance Manual Section 12)  Shut down aircraft.  Remove lower cowl.
  • Page 19 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 Check for:  Oil, coolant, and fuel leaks  Check oil level. WARNING: Only check coolant expansion tank level when engine has cooled down (CHT below 110 degrees).  Anything missing or loose (nuts, wires, sensor connections, etc) ...
  • Page 20 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 Section G7 - Weight and Balance  Complete the weight and balance procedure found in Chapter 1 of the RV-12iS Maintenance Manual. Section G7 checks completed by: Printed Name/Title Aircraft Serial Number Signature Date G7-1...
  • Page 21 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 Section G8 - Fuel System Calibration  Roll aircraft onto 1 inch (2.5 cm) blocks under main wheels and chock wheels. Check the canopy decks for level and shim nose wheel as required.  Master switch “ON”. ...
  • Page 22 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 Section G9 - Placards Check  Verify that N number is on outside of aircraft, 2 places.  Verify the N number size meets 14 CFR 45.29 requirements. (S-LSA) (12 in. high, 8 in. wide – except: “1”...
  • Page 23 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 Section G10 - Preflight Inspection Verify that the following required documentation is on board:  All applicable SA, SD, SB, Notifications, Service Letters and Change notices prior to the issuance of any Airworthiness Certificate.  Airworthiness certificate (must be visible at the entrance of the aircraft). ...
  • Page 24 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK G10-2...
  • Page 25 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 Section T1 - Taxi Tests.  Start engine and verify proper engine and systems operation following POH procedures. CAUTION: Rapid application of throttle or high RPM may lift canopy open CAUTION: RPM should remain below 2500 RPM until the oil temp has risen above 122 For iS engines, a short duration above 2500 RPM (up to 5 seconds) is allowable to engage generator (see POH checklist).
  • Page 26 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20  Hold the stall warning vane in the “ON” position. This can be accomplished by placing an ATC fuse beneath the vane or by using tape.  Re-start engine and verify proper engine and systems operation following POH procedures. ...
  • Page 27 Flight Test Pilot Requirements: Test flying a new aircraft is a stressful and strenuous role. At a minimum, an RV-12iS test pilot must be current, proficient in a similar LSA with a Rotax 912 engine, and familiar with all aircraft systems and procedures as well as the airport and surrounding area in which the flight testing will be conducted.
  • Page 28 EFIS by downloading onto a laptop computer and the post flight data reduction done using Excel. An Excel "RV-12iS Flight Test Data” template can be downloaded from the Downloads page of the Van’s Aircraft website which can be used to simplify entering and archiving flight test data.
  • Page 29 The Rotax 912iS engine offers an “Eco” mode which results in significantly reduced fuel consumption at a cruise power setting. The RV-12iS (when equipped with an iS engine) has an adjustable “Eco Stop” feature in the throttle quadrant to help the pilot quickly find the upper throttle limit of Eco mode.
  • Page 30 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 E-LSA RV-12iS FLIGHT TEST PROCEDURE SEQUENCE OF FLIGHTS & TASK OVERVIEW FLIGHT # TASKS Systems Check-out Initial Flying Qualities Evaluation Trim Evaluation Flap Extension / Retraction Slow Flight Flying Qualities Evaluation Stall Warning Evaluation Flight Envelope Expansion...
  • Page 31 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 DATE: ____-____-____ BALLAST WEIGHT: ________ PILOT: ______________ PILOT WEIGHT: _________ TIME END: ___:___ FUEL END: _____ (gauge) _____ (totalizer) TIME BEGIN: ___:___ FUEL BEGIN: _____ (gauge) _____ (totalizer) OAT on ground END: ______ BARO PRESSURE END: ______ OAT on ground BEGIN: ______ BARO PRESSURE BEGIN: ______ LOCATION: _________________...
  • Page 32 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 FLIGHT PROCEDURE (continued): Systems Checkout: Engine Indications:  Oil Pressure indicating and within limits:  Oil temperature indicating and within limits:  Cylinder Head Temperature L indicating and within limits:  Cylinder Head Temperature R indicating and within limits: ...
  • Page 33 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 FLIGHT PROCEDURE (continued): Trim Evaluation: Pitch -  Sufficient Authority  Motor speed acceptable during all phases of flight Yaw -  Slip/skid ball centered during cruise with feet off rudder pedals Roll -  No tendency to roll with slip/skid ball centered (hold rudder if/as required) and hand off stick.
  • Page 34 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 FLIGHT PROCEDURE (continued): Slow Flight Flying Qualities Evaluation: Flaps up at 58 kt (1.3 Vs) and power set to maintain level flight  Straight & level  30° bank turn left/right Flaps ½ at 56 kt (1.3 Vs1) and power set to maintain level flight ...
  • Page 35 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 FLIGHT PROCEDURE (continued): Flight Envelope Expansion: Retract flaps, re-trim and set power for approx 500 ft/min descent to traffic pattern altitude. During descent, allow speed to reach 120 kts IAS and perform easy maneuvers  Verify no unusual flying qualities or other unexpected behavior. Landing: Power-off approach at minimum 55 kt with flaps as required for glide path control.
  • Page 36 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK F1-6...
  • Page 37 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 Section F2 - Flight Test Card - Flight #2 Aircraft Registration:___________ DATE: ____-____-____ BALLAST WEIGHT: ________ PILOT: _____________ PILOT WEIGHT: _________ TIME END: ___:___ FUEL END: _____ (gauge) _____ (totalizer) TIME BEGIN: ___:___ FUEL BEGIN: _____ (gauge) _____ (totalizer) OAT on ground END: ______ BARO PRESSURE END: ______...
  • Page 38 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 Section F2 - Flight Test Card - Flight #2 Aircraft Registration:___________ FLIGHT PROCEDURE (continued): Set altimeter to 29.92 in Hg. Full throttle climb performance check at 75 kt IAS. Begin filling in table when stabilized at 75 kt IAS.
  • Page 39 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 Section F2 - Flight Test Card - Flight #2 Aircraft Registration:___________ FLIGHT PROCEDURE (continued): Calibrate the Angle of Attack (AOA):  Calibrate the AOA per the EFIS manufacturer's instructions. Flight Envelope Expansion: Extend flaps 1/2 allow speed to reach 82 kt IAS (add power and/or descend as required). Perform easy maneuvers.
  • Page 40 .increments).  Download EFIS data, archive file.  Enter data from four way speed box into RV-12iS Flight Test Data spreadsheet.  Correct any engine issues (leaks, high temps, etc.).  Correct any airframe system issues (non functional equipment, etc.) ...
  • Page 41 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 Section F3 - Flight Test Card - Flight #3 Aircraft Registration:___________ DATE: ____-____-____ BALLAST WEIGHT: ________ PILOT: _____________ PILOT WEIGHT: _________ TIME END: ___:___ FUEL END: _____ (gauge) _____ (totalizer) TIME BEGIN: ___:___ FUEL BEGIN: _____ (gauge) _____ (totalizer) OAT on ground END: ______ BARO PRESSURE END: ______...
  • Page 42 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 Section F3 - Flight Test Card - Flight #3 Aircraft Registration:___________ FLIGHT PROCEDURE (continued): Set altimeter to 29.92 in Hg. Extend flaps to 1/2. Full throttle climb performance check at 60 kt IAS. Begin filling in table when stabilized at 60 kt IAS.
  • Page 43  Calculate density altitude from climb performance data. Compare climb rate to POH value.  Enter data from four way speed box into RV-12iS Flight Test Data spreadsheet  Fill fuel tank. Amount of fuel added: Section F3 Flight Test completed by:...
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  • Page 45 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 Section F4 - Flight Test Card - Flight #4 Aircraft Registration:___________ DATE: ____-____-____ BALLAST WEIGHT: ________ PILOT: _____________ PILOT WEIGHT: _________ TIME END: ___:___ FUEL END: _____ (gauge) _____ (totalizer) TIME BEGIN: ___:___ FUEL BEGIN: _____ (gauge) _____ (totalizer) OAT on ground END: ______ BARO PRESSURE END: ______...
  • Page 46 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 Section F4 - Flight Test Card - Flight #4 Aircraft Registration:___________ FLIGHT PROCEDURE (continued): Set altimeter to 29.92 in Hg. Climb or descend as required to achieve 7500 ft density altitude, set throttle to 5500 RPM and establish level flight.
  • Page 47 Post flight activities:  Download EFIS data and archive file.  Enter data from four way speed boxes into RV-12iS Flight Test Data spreadsheet.  Fill fuel tank. Amount of fuel added: Section F4 Flight Test completed by: Printed Name/Title...
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  • Page 49 Revision: 2.3 Date: 10/30/20 Section G11 - Post Flight Test Check  All Flight Test Cards F1-F4 completed and discrepancies resolved. LANDING GEAR & BRAKES: Remove main landing gear access covers on bottom of fuselage.  Verify that main landing gear attach nuts are properly torqued. FLIGHT CONTROLS: ...
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