RV-14 / RV-14A transition training

[Walt D]

Looking for this training with a few questions.

Does one require or need a high performance endorsement prior to this? (IO-390exp with 215hp.)

Are there any sources for this training in the Western U.S.? I've heard rumors that the Van's RV-14s are down for maintenance, or other issues?

If RV-14 training is not available, what would be a comparable aircraft that one could receive training in that would inspire confidence on a first flight?

My project may actually complete in the next 4 to 6 months, so looking to have a plan to be prepared for first flight.

Thanks for any input or advice!

Walt

 

[dmattmul]

Looking for this training with a few questions.

Does one require or need a high performance endorsement prior to this? (IO-390exp with 215hp.)

Are there any sources for this training in the Western U.S.? I've heard rumors that the Van's RV-14s are down for maintenance, or other issues?

If RV-14 training is not available, what would be a comparable aircraft that one could receive training in that would inspire confidence on a first flight?

My project may actually complete in the next 4 to 6 months, so looking to have a plan to be prepared for first flight.

Thanks for any input or advice!

Walt

Typically, before Mike S would train anyone in a 14, or 10 he would want a high-performance endorsement. Might be dated info. 10 transition training would also be ok.

 

[johnbright]

This is my understanding which may very well be incomplete:

• My transition training, given in my RV-14A, included a high performance endorsement in addition to transition training.
• Had we been in the trainer's aircraft, for which a fee is charged for use of the aircraft, transition training is allowed but flight training such as a high preformance endorsement is not allowed.

 

[BobTurner]

Two different cases.
1. If the training is in your airplane, a cfi can sign you off for the high performance endorsement or anything else.
2. If the cfi provides the airplane (and is being paid or compensated) then (1) he must have a waiver (‘LODA’) allowing him to charge for the plane, and (2) at least in my case, the LODA expressly forbids any sign offs other than ‘transition training given’. The FAA’s position is that a EAB may not be used for hire for anything that could be done in a normally certified airplane, e.g., no BFRs, no high performance or tailwheel endorsements, etc.

 

[lipper03]

Talk to your insurance company on what they will accept. I just did my training in an Rv7A with Chris in Utah, which was acceptable to my insurance. I’ve flown in a 14a as well and didn’t notice any huge difference in flight control.

 

[Jparrish1]

I purchased my completed 14A from a fine gentleman in St. George, Utah. He completed his transition training in a 7A somewhere in California to prepare for the 14A. However he ultimately decided he'd rather golf than fly and sold me the plane. This was only about 3 years ago so would be surprised if it's not the same now for insurance purposes.

 

[Walt D]

Talk to your insurance company on what they will accept. I just did my training in an Rv7A with Chris in Utah, which was acceptable to my insurance. I’ve flown in a 14a as well and didn’t notice any huge difference in flight control.

Thanks, glad to hear that the RV7A is similar to the RV14A. Do you have contact info for Chris? Walt

 

[lipper03]

Thanks, glad to hear that the RV7A is similar to the RV14A. Do you have contact info for Chris? Walt

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