Students Build Van’s RV-12iS Aircraft

A team of students at Glendale Community College has successfully completed construction on an experimental version of Vans Aircraft's RV-12iS kit airplane. The aircraft was meticulously built under the guidance of instructors and utilizes a certified Garmin G3X avionics suite. Following completion, the plane is scheduled for inspection by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to ensure compliance with regulations. Subsequently, thorough testing procedures will be conducted to validate its performance characteristics. Ultimately, the newly constructed RV-12iS is intended to generate revenue through sales, supporting ongoing project initiatives within the college’s aviation program.