Bushcat Build Log

  • Instrument Panel

    Aircraft: Bushcat 19-2226
    Task Date: 08/06/2026
    Builder: Malcolm Hardy
    Category: Instrument Panel
    Section: 113
    Hours: 2.5 hrs
    Task: Marked and cutout hole for 3 1/8 inch instrument using hole cutter.It took a lot of force to cut through. A ratchet handle on a socket would have made the job easier.  More...

  • Wing sail installation - Strobe light conduit

    Aircraft: Bushcat 19-2226
    Task Date: 06/06/2026
    Builder: Malcolm Hardy
    Category: Wing
    Section: 66
    Hours: 2.5 hrs
    Task: Removed previously installed conduit as it was not flame retardant.Installed new conduit and cable tied it to trailing edge tube for both wing halves.  More...

  • Engine Wiring

    Aircraft: Bushcat 19-2226
    Task Date: 24/05/2026
    Builder: Malcolm Hardy
    Category: Engine
    Section: 112
    Hours: 3.5 hrs
    Task: Tony Bell inspected the firewall forward wiring and advised on how to improve the routing of the wires. He also suggested fitting a battery isolator in the starter circuit.After his inspection, I …  More...

  • Gas Door Strut Upgrade

    Aircraft: Bushcat 19-2226
    Task Date: 23/05/2026
    Builder: Malcolm Hardy
    Category: Fuselage
    Section: N/A
    Hours: 2
    Task: Install gas strut brackets in fuselage.  More...