Chris Lucas’ RV-10 in Photos

One homebuilder's lengthy effort pays off.

Chris’ father, Robert, helped out with a lot clecos.
** Setting up the bulkheads for the tailcone.**
** Chris’ wife, Rebecca, displays a partial wing.**
Chris and his daughter, Audrey, working on the fuselage. Note the composite material that forms the roof and holds the doors in place.
Chris used his two-car garage for most of the construction.
** The panel for Chris’ RV-10.**
** Chris takes a moment to enjoy the sense of accomplishment that all homebuilders feel…and are entitled to.**
There aren’t many four-place designs out there and not many people are ready to tackle a project that big and expensive, but for Chris Lucas, it was an ideal way to create room for his family.
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