Installing an Inspection or Access Panel in a Homebuilt Aircraft

Inspection or access openings and their covers are needed in aircraft for maintenance and repair in hard to reach locations. While simple in design, deciding on creating a nice appearance as well as functional operation requires some thought. In this video, we discuss and demonstrate some basic skills required for installing these access openings in an experimental aircraft. Also, ready-made access covers and hardware are shown for a fast, professional installation.
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[@rklivsey]

Jon again gets the job done without breaking the bank with one-use tools. Good work!

[@blondprince9507]

Hello sir , really you are a famous instructor

[@bertsparrow]

Where was this a few years ago when I needed it! Great video Jon.

[@JimPfarr]

Another great video John! I'll be adding an access panel to the turtledeck of my Ultracub to access the fuel tank and I reached out to Mike at MyKitPlane.com as soon as I saw this vid.

[@roccoj083]

What's the advantage of placing the oval cover inside the skin as opposed to outside on the skin? Great videos by the way.

[@1actuator]

Can this kit be used on a curved surface ?

[@abdaleali609]

5:50 n 8:40 What is the name of the tool plz reply

[@HomebuiltHELP]

If you are referring to the oscillating multi-purpose tool please review TIp# 74 in the Tip Archive

[@jjohnston94]

5:50 is a Unibit.

[@BC2cowmanure]

I want to make a flush hatch on roof of my car. Could anyone show me the right direction.

[@JimDorn]

Looks like mykitairplane.com isn't operational any longer

[@FISHH00KS]

I would be fired if I cut a hole like that or I would quit out of shame.