Van’s Aircraft CEO Mikael Via is bullish on the future of the iconic kit company less than two years after it was on the ropes financially. It’s started selling its latest kit, the RV-15, it’s financially stable and retains a passionate customer base. The announcement of the final MOSAIC rule on Tuesday is another factor in the company’s crystal balling. Via spoke with AVweb’s Russ Niles at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh on Wednesday.
Podcast: Van’s Looks Forward
Things are looking up for Van's Aircraft after a stressful few years.
Key Takeaways:
- Van's Aircraft has significantly recovered from past financial troubles and is now stable and optimistic about its future, led by CEO Mikael Via.
- The company has begun selling its new RV-15 kit and continues to benefit from a dedicated and passionate customer base.
- The recently announced final MOSAIC rule is viewed as an additional positive factor contributing to Van's Aircraft's promising outlook.
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Sorry, but the RV-15 is not a very attractive airplane. Looks much like a Murphy, in fact. The gear legs appear too short and the wheels too small for a bush plane. It sure has been a looong time since Van’s released a kit, the RV-14. But we all wish them success with the RV-15, which enters a crowded field of competitors.