News
10/15/26
Vic tours Fulltron Aviation’s facilities at 3DW in Springfield, MO and interviews the owner Millard Fullerton. Then he talks about the recent trip out to Oregon.
10/2/26
Vic recounts Airventure trip then gives some maintenance tips.
7/27/26
Vic presented two seminars at Airventure 2026. The links below connect to pdfs of the slide shows.
Flying to Alaska:
Flying to Alaska Airventure 2026
Maintenance for Amateur-Built Aircraft:
6-8-26
Vic shares video of the RV-10 stall series.
6-5-26
Vic shares his method for doing first flights and the video of his first flight in the new RV-10 via a cockpit camera.
6-5-26
Vic shares details on how he prepares for a first flight.
She is an airplane. Vic describes the steps to prep for the Airworthiness inspection, which he received. Carol shows the completed interior.
5/10/26
Vic shows the fuselage of the RV-10 after the painting is finished.
4/1/26
Vic clarifies his approach to testing the replacement Rotax pumps for the RV-12iS. Then he shows some painting tips.
3-29-26
Vic updates us on the progress on the RV-10 build-prepping for paint. He also shows the RV-12iS that he just purchased. He discusses a fuel pump failure on it.
2-17-26
Vic shares tips and options for the IO540 installation.
2-5-26
Carol shows how to cover the back seat cushion of an RV-10.
1-31-26
EAA webinar archive link for Vic Syracuse's 2026 Homebuilder's Week presentations
Getting Your Project Finished and Flying:
https://www.eaa.org/videos/6388380582112
Buying a Used Homebuilt:
https://www.eaa.org/videos/6388548078112
Common Builder and Maintenance Errors:
1-17-26
Vic speaks with Jimmy Brod of JB Aircraft Engines regarding the upgrades they made on the new RV-10 engine. Then he tells of his progress on the RV-10 build and finally, he shares his webinar schedule for Homebuilders week.
1-14-25
Great News – Just in time for Homebuilders week, EAA is now carrying our Maintenance Handbook for Van’s RV Aircraft. Watch for their periodic sales. Price is $75. Here is the link:
1-4-25
Carol shares how she sewed the baggage door pocket and Vic updates on the wiring and pitot systems on the RV-10 build.
12-21-25
Vic walks us through the steps he has taken since the last video – wiring, control surface end prep, and the tools he used for them.
11-23-25
Vic shares the fill and sand efforts hes has made in the last several weeks
11-13-25
Yesterday Vic was inducted into the EAA Hall of Fame for his contributions to the Homebuilt community.
10-25-25
Vic shares the Stearman run-up after ignition wire replacement.Then he shares a builder error on a RV-14 and shows how to glue fabric on an aluminum interior panel on the new RV-10.
9/30/25
Vic shares his ignition system and hose replacement on the Stearman.
Carol discusses the front seat material choices she made for the RV-10 build.
9/6/25
Vic shares three interviews from the 54th National Stearman Fly-IN in Galesburg, IL
8/28/25
Vic reminds us of the correct fire extinguisher to use for aircraft fires and shares the results if the wrong extinguisher is used. Then he shares a few loose jam nut experiences. Finally he shows the progress on the RV-10 build.
8/21/25
Vic updates on his progress with the new RV-10. He gives a few hints on upgrades to the door and seats. Then he introduces Jimmy Brod from JB Aircraft Engines and shares that he took the RV-10 Lycoming engine to Jimmy’s shop in Sebring, FL.
6-18-25
Vic shows his work on the fiberglass top. He also shows Aerosport Products he is using.
5-16-25
Vic updates us on the RV-10 build. Tunnel additions, misc panel info and covering side interior panels.
5-3-25
Vic presented an EAA webinar on Flying to and Around Alaska Here is a link to watch the recorded video:
4-13-25
Vic presents updates on the RV-10 build. The metal part of the fuselage is finished.
3-16-25
Vic updates on the RV-10 build progress. He shows the cut soundproofing pieces for the fuselage. Then he shows 3 upgrades from Airward and one from TCW Technologies.
2-24-25
Vic presents a quick update on the RV-10 build progress. Then he explains the DAR process for amateur built aircraft including record keeping, the registration process, technical counselors and when to contact the MIDO/FSDO or DAR. Our Alaska books are now in stock at Aircraft Spruce:
https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/bvpages/alaskaflyingbook.php
2-13-25
***NEW RELEASE***
We just released our new book: We Flew to Alaska…and You Can Too! A Pilot’s Guide for Flying to Alaska. It is available through LULU for $69.95
2-5-25
Vic explains why he has 2 rudders in hand. Then he shows tips for installing leading edge lights and aligning wingtips on his RV-10 build.
1-24-25
Vic discusses the webinars he is presenting for EAA’s Homebuilders Week. Then he shows how he pressure tests the rv-10 fuel tank .
Vic shows a template he made for adjusting the fuel sender in the extended range tanks. He also gives organization tips for the process.
12/30/24
Vic shows how he is prosealing the extended range tanks from Sky Designs.
12/20/24
Vic shows the progress he’s made on the RV-10 wings and his reasoning for choosing the Sky Designs RV-10 extended range tanks.
11/30/24
Vic details how to purchase the Maintenance Handbook for Van’s RV Aircraft. He updates the RV-10 build progress and shows some issues with a RV-6 Pre-buy.
11-6-24
Vic shows how he inspected the Landing gear mount to comply with SB-00007 for his 2500 hr RV-10.
Vic shows us how he more efficiently uses tools in his new RV-10 build.
10-6-24
Vic shows the trim system he has put on previous 10’s and his RV-7A. Then he shows the tools that help keep the project on track.
9-30-24
Vic explains his new project a RV-10 slow build.
9-14-24
Vic shows us the highlights of the National Stearman Fly-In.
7-28-24
Vic replaces baffling and belleville washers on his RV-10
7/16/24
Vic starts a series on flying to Alaska with Part 1: Edmonton to Price George. Click on the following tab for our Alaska trip planning and information to see all 12 of our Alaska trip videos.
https://baselegaviation.com/alaska-trip-planning-and-information/
6-13-24
Vic shares a couple of tips to prevent heat damage to the lower cowl.
6-11-24
Vic shows how to replace intake gaskets and hoses, cylinder drainback tubes, sump oil drain o-rings. He also shows how to wrap the red cube to protect it from heat. Finally, he shows where to apply mouse milk to the exhaust.
4-24-24
Vic shows how to install and time direct drive and retard Bendix mags with a sureSTART on an IO540
4-17-24
Vic and Andrew discuss the necessity of time/hour overhauls on Hartzell constant speed propellers. They should be overhauled at 2000 hours or 8 years. They also remind owners of hose life limits. Non teflon-lined hoses should be replaced at 8 years.
Then Vic introduces the Smart family who built an RV-7A and highlights Emily Smart who has worked her way to the right seat of a CRJ 90.
3-24-24
Vic discusses a recent Pre-Buy on an RV-7A. The Hartzell propeller had been cut down from 72″ to 70″ resulting in an unapproved Prop/engine combination.
He highlights Van’s SL-00097 which has links to Hartzell Propeller technical documents.
http://www.vansaircraft.com/service-information-and-revisions/sl-00097/
3-1-24
Vic shows the latest shop findings. Axial play on a pmag. https://emagair.com/service-notes/. He also shows the cause of sharp teeth on the starter ring.
2/18/24.
Vic shows us the finished upgrades to his RV-10.
1-22-24
Vic shows the steps he uses to prep the RV-10 for winter flights. He also discusses his webinars for Homebuilders week.