Friends of the RV-1 is about the “VanGrunsven RV-1″ – the progenitor of the entire Van’s RV line of aircraft – and so much more! A 501(c)(3) public charity, organized and dedicated to the historical preservation of the VanGrunsven RV-1 and for the purpose of supporting, fostering, and engaging in aviation and aerospace education. We encourage you become a Friend of the RV-1 and foster the next generation of airplane designers, mechanics, and craftsmen !

We have two sponsors to introduce – Home Built Help and KitLog are helping with the success of our Eagle’s Nest projects.

From everyone at Friends of the RV-1 …

Please accept a sincere and heartfelt ‘Thank You’ for all of your generosity, commitment, and financial support of this historic aviation event. By all accounts, the RV-1 project was the largest event of its kind ever in the homebuilt community, and by YOUR efforts a significant page in homebuilt aviation history has been recorded and preserved for future generations. Job well done!

I also want to acknowledge Paul Dye and Louise Hose for their untiring efforts, guidance, and assistance in mission critical aspects of this historic event. There were times when it seemed the tail was wagging the dog, but they never turned loose and stayed the course.

Take a trip through the archives …

The beginning

The RV-1

The Tour

Eagles Nest