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Tailwinds & Time

About the Build

Why Tailwinds & Time?

Building an airplane is measured in hours, but remembered in moments: the first straight rivet line, the problem finally solved, and the steady transformation of aluminum into an aircraft.

This site documents a Van’s RV-12iS project honestly—progress, mistakes, useful techniques, and the decisions that shape the finished airplane. It is a personal build log, not a substitute for the current Van’s Aircraft plans or approved technical guidance.