Bushcat Build Log

  • 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...

  • Rudder Pedal Linkage

    Aircraft: Bushcat 19-2226
    Task Date: 02/08/2025
    Builder: Malcolm Hardy
    Category: Controls
    Section: 36
    Hours: 0.5 hr
    Task: Fitted linkage to rudder pedals. Loctite was used on the bolts.  More...

  • Matco Wheel Assembly

    Aircraft: Bushcat 19-2226
    Task Date: 02/08/2025
    Builder: Malcolm Hardy & Thomas Hardy
    Category: Landing Gear
    Section: 29
    Hours: 0.5 hr
    Task: Wheels were already assembled.We greased the tapered bearings then fitted the wheels and brake calipers.The wheel nuts were tightened according to the Matco instructions.  More...

  • Spring Gear Attachment

    Aircraft: Bushcat 19-2226
    Task Date: 02/08/2025
    Builder: Malcolm Hardy & Thomas Hardy
    Category: Landing Gear
    Section: 28.2
    Hours: 3 hrs
    Task: Fitted brackets then centred landing gear.Marked position of the jig for each hole to be drilled to prevent sideways movement of the gear leg.Removed landing gear then drilled and tapped holes for …  More...