General Aviation

Vans Aircraft RV-9A

Manufacturer: Vans Aircraft

The Van’s RV‑9 and RV‑9A are two‑seat, single‑engine, low‑wing kit aircraft from Van’s Aircraft. The RV‑9 has a tailwheel, while the RV‑9A uses tricycle gear. Both share a high‑aspect‑ratio Roncz wing and are similar in size to the RV‑6 and RV‑7.

Aircraft Facts

Type Key
vans-aircraft-rv-9a
Class
General Aviation
Registry Count
12
Example Registration
N1354J

Specifications

Wingspan
8.5 m / 28 ft
Length
6.22 m / 20 ft
Height
2.39 m / 7 ft
Max Speed
317 km/h / 197 mph
Cruise Speed
304 km/h / 189 mph
Range
1140 km / 620 nmi
Ceiling
7500 m / 24500 ft
First Flight
1997
Total Built
1173

Variants

  • VANS AIRCRAFT RV-9A- 12 registrations - Example N1354J

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