RV-WORKSHOP LEARNING CENTRE TRAINING IN AIRCRAFT HOMEBUILDING Introduction The RV-Workshop Learning Centre has been established to provide prospective builders of Vans aircraft a range of metal aircraft building experiences. Though not presenting a comprehensive survey of all required technology, the course covers skill development at a basic level in several areas. Included are: imperial measurement and layout; cutting of aluminium materials; jigging; drilling and preparation of components for assembly; riveting, and pre-finishing. Background In June 1998 the 'Vans College' was held in the Hunter Valley. It drew 21 prospective builders from four states to learn about RV building from six experienced builders who kindly donated their time, expertise and tools. The RV Workshops continue the tradition but permit greater flexibility without the co-ordination of so many resources and people. This new format aids long-term planning and continuity of future workshops. Activities A strong practical content is used to promote an understanding of how the technology functions. Small-scale practical exercises are designed to familiarise participants with materials, their limitations and uses; aircraft building processes and techniques; and the application of these basics to the production of RV components. Documentation A builder's manual is sequentially issued to participants in three sections. Workshop Sessions are held in an RV-6 workshop where reference is made to actual details on a Vans aircraft under construction. Sessions are limited to four participants with work space and tools provided for two working pairs. Students can expect experience with a range of aircraft sheet metal hand and air-driven tools. Tool and equipment selection and maintenance issues are also covered. The experience gained in this workshop is applicable to the construction of other aluminium aircraft types. Costs and Terms Charge for the two-day Introductory Workshop is AUS$385 pp incl. GST. Bookings are confirmed on receipt of a AUS$175 deposit and are dependent on workshop vacancies. Applicants may also wish to elect an alternate date in the event that first choices are already filled. If placement cannot then be made, deposits will be returned. The balance of the workshop fee is due 21 days prior to the workshop start date. Cancellations before that due date will receive refunds in full; after that date no refunds of deposits will be made. If balance is not received by the due date, cancellation of booking will be assumed, unless prior arrangements have been made. If a fully-paid participant cannot attend (e.g.: due to sickness) on the subscribed workshop date, an alternate date may be arranged whereby participant agrees to attend on a 'stand-by' basis. Participant would be informed of his/her inclusion approximately three weeks prior to the start of workshop. Confirmation of bookings will include details of local accommodation and access by rail, road and air. For further information and workshop dates contact: Sam Richards RV-Workshop Learning Centre 8 Slade Close Rankin Park, New South Wales 2287 Australia Email: samrv6@bravo.net.au Phone: 02 4957-4465 Special courses will be offered in the future. Details will be given by mail and email. Application Name:__________________________ Address:________________________ Telephone: H:____________________ W:____________________ Email:__________________________ Check one Workshop: - Introductory Workshop - Special Course:________________ Check one: ___ $175 Deposit Enclosed ___ $380 Full Workshop Fee Enclosed ___ Special Course Fee Enclosed Preferred Workshop Date:__________ Alternate Workshop Date: __________ Previous Technical Experience: Building Areas of Particular Interest: