Bushcat Build Log

  • Safety Belt Installation

    Aircraft: Bushcat 19-2226
    Task Date: 24/08/2025
    Builder: Malcolm Hardy
    Category: Fuselage
    Section: 43
    Hours: 3 hrs
    Task: Fitted seat belts. I have contacted Errol as the drawings for the lap belt attachment are not very clear and there are no photographs.  More...

  • Battery Installation

    Aircraft: Bushcat 19-2226
    Task Date: 23/08/2025
    Builder: Malcolm Hardy
    Category: Avionics
    Section: 42
    Hours: 1.5 hrs
    Task: Fitted bracket and battery. The location does not have much space, so the fitting was not easy. I am not looking forward to having to replace the battery.  More...

  • Flap Handle Installation

    Aircraft: Bushcat 19-2226
    Task Date: 23/08/2025
    Builder: Malcolm Hardy
    Category: Controls
    Section: 39
    Hours: 1.5 hrs
    Task: Fitted flap handle. Had to remove some paint on the bracket to allow the catch to engage properly in the retract position.  More...

  • Control Stick Installation

    Aircraft: Bushcat 19-2226
    Task Date: 02/08/2025
    Builder: Malcolm Hardy
    Category: Controls
    Section: 37
    Hours: 3 hrs
    Task: This took longer than expected due to two of the fuselage bracing tubes being incorrectly fitted.After refitting them correctly the control stick could be installed. Torque seal and Loctite were …  More...