09/01/2013
RANS S-20 RAVEN
TEXT MANUAL
00-18
Advisory Circular 20-27 (AC 20-27) is available from the FAA or EAA describes
the procedure used so that your logbook will be a verification of having
completed at least 51% of the aircraft yourself.)
MY AIRCRAFT IS COMPLETED, ALL MARKING AND PLACARDS ARE IN
PLACE. WHAT ELSE MUST I DO TO MY AIRCRAFT BEFORE I AM READY
FOR MY PRE-CERTIFICATION INSPECTION?
Included in your manual is a weight and balance sheet. This will need to be
completed before the inspection.
You will need a logbook for the aircraft. These can be separate books for the
airframe, engine and propeller or just one.
I FEEL I AM READY FOR INSPECTION BY THE FAA INSPECTOR, WHAT DO
I DO?
If you have had prior contact with your DAR, you will probably be familiar with the
procedures used by that DAR. Different DAR's have slightly different
procedures. Some inspectors will help you fill out the paperwork at the time of
inspection. Others require that you submit the paperwork prior to inspection. If
you are not sure and there are no other builders in your area to ask, you could
call and ask the DAR. Below is the required paper work. Obtain the most current
forms at
1. A letter requesting a final inspection.
2. Form 8130-12 Eligibility Statement
3. Form 8130-6 Application for Airworthiness Certificate.
4. A 3-view drawing of the aircraft or photos of topside and front view.
Include with this the following:
Horsepower rating of engine and type of prop.
Empty weight and maximum weight at which the aircraft will be operated.
Number of seats and their arrangement (tandem, side by side).
Whether single or dual controlled. Fuel capacity.
Maximum speed at which you expect to operate the aircraft.
