General Aviation

Vans Aircraft RV-6

Manufacturer: Vans Aircraft

The Van's RV‑6 is a two‑seat, single‑engine, low‑wing kit aircraft that first flew in 1985. It was the first in the RV series to offer side‑by‑side seating and a nose‑wheel option, and more than 2,700 kits have been completed.

Aircraft Facts

Type Key
vans-aircraft-rv-6
Class
General Aviation
Registry Count
14
Example Registration
N136RV

Specifications

Wingspan
7.01 m / 23 ft
Length
6.15 m / 20 ft
Height
1.6 m / 5 ft
Max Speed
340 km/h / 210 mph
Cruise Speed
320 km/h / 199 mph
Range
1160 km / 630 nmi
Ceiling
7800 m / 25700 ft
First Flight
1985
Total Built
2706

Variants

  • VANS AIRCRAFT RV-6- 14 registrations - Example N136RV

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