General Aviation

Vans A/C Inc RV-8A

Manufacturer: Vans Aircraft

The Van's RV-8 is a tandem two‑seat, single‑engine, low‑wing kit aircraft designed for homebuilders. It offers a spacious cockpit, a wide range of engine options, and is built to handle aerobatic maneuvers, making it popular among pilots who want a versatile, high‑performance aircraft.

Aircraft Facts

Type Key
vans-a-c-inc-rv-8a
Class
General Aviation
Registry Count
1
Example Registration
N415SH

Specifications

Wingspan
7.32 m / 24 ft
Length
6.4 m / 21 ft
Height
1.7 m / 5 ft
Max Speed
356 km/h / 221 mph
Cruise Speed
340 km/h / 210 mph
Range
1510 km / 820 nmi
Ceiling
6900 m / 22500 ft
First Flight
1995
Total Built
1611

Variants

  • VANS A/C INC RV-8A- 1 registrations - Example N415SH

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