Building an Airplane (RV-8A) first rivet to first flight N678PR 

that moment when it goes from being a collection of aluminum, steel and fiberglass parts you've spent so much time putting together to...an AIRPLANE! great video The RV grin is real!

I love My RV6A... I am based out of KALM, where are You guys?

Beautiful build. Impressive climb performance.

Great video. If you dont mind my asking ( and sorry if this is too personal ) how much would you estimate this total build cost, from kit to first tank of gas? A lot of folks say its cheaper to build than buy and I'm curious if it's true... thanks.

BTW, good news... Nickel Creek is back together, and put out a new album last month. Just bought their whole catalog, based on the strength of "Smoothie Song" featured on this video. Thanks for turning me on to them...

I want to build a -7 so bad I was in tears even before the first flight. You two looked like you had so much fun through the whole process!

Music is "Smoothie Song" by Nickel Creek. A top notch "Newgrass" band. They've gone separate ways now, but the Mandolin player, Chris Thile still has a successful solo career.

Cant understand why someone would put a nose wheel on this aircraft. Not saying its ruined. Its a lovely aircraft but in my opinion, the Pros of a taildraggar outweigh the cons. If there is any. More prop clearance, less drag, higher speed, lower costs, easy maintenance, less failures, easier to maneuver the a/c on the ground into hangars. Plus if an oleo fails its likely the aircraft could be written off. The tail-wheel on my cub hasn't been changed since the 1960's.

Congrats man. A lot of work, time and sweat goes into the first flight. The 8 was my first choice but wife didn't like back seat. Building a Mustang II, look forward to first flight myself, someday. Enjoy.

@tom110111 I have a fair amount of tailwheel time, but since RVs are not really rough field machines, I couldn't see the point of having a tailwheel. I'm satisfied I made the right choice for me. If I build a bush plane, it will have the small wheel in back.

WOW! Thats an awesome plane you've built! How long did it take for you to build and how much did it cost you? By the way I am viewer 5001! P.S (Nice Cat)

Well done but I just don't get it why people ruin the Vans look by making it like a Cherokee! RV's are meant to be mean, sleek & a mans plane:-):-)

Fantastic job on your build! Glad to see you flying out of AEG! I'm in RR and would like to meet you to discuss your build and your decision on building an 8 versus other models. Are you a member of the local EAA chapter?

Belated congratulations! How's the aircraft been for you so far?

I used to take lessons at Double Eagle!! That's crazy I didn't know they got a tower! Anyways, great work! I hope to one day do the same :-)

this is my second time watching this vid... enjoying every bit of it. thanks for sharing !

how much did this kit wind up costing? from start to finish?

Grats on a very pretty airplane I cant wait to live the dream of building my own and taking it up on her first flight.

Awesome video - loved the plane and the music! Congratulations on great project.

Holy Shit! she said as you left the ground. Nicely done!

congrats man, very beautiful work! i'm building myself an RV-8 Empennage still.. spot on!

Very nice, how did you decide on the tricycle gear vs. tail dragger?

Oh, It's there! Last photo prior to the credits. Thanks for the kind words.

Well done on the buid and on the video. I saw the grin!

This gave me chills! Beautiful build!

Nice job guys. Looks great.

Double Eagle tower? Are you in Albuquerque?

how long did it take you to build

Ok, is this a kit or is it complete selfmade by plan?

Inspirational, thanks! Beautiful plane!

I love those cone heads... LOL

great work very inspiring!

Beautiful job

Great video!

@jjohnston94 Yep

Beautiful machine

Great job.