General Aviation

Vans RV-4-Renquist

Manufacturer: Vans Aircraft

The Van's RV‑4 is a two‑seat, tandem‑seated, light sport aircraft built from a kit supplied by Van's Aircraft of Aurora, Oregon. It evolved from the single‑seat RV‑3 and first flew in August 1979. The RV‑4 is known for its roomy cockpit, high performance, and suitability for sport aerobatics and cross‑country flight, making it a favorite among home‑builder pilots.

Aircraft Facts

Type Key
vans-rv-4-renquist
Class
General Aviation
Registry Count
1
Example Registration
N392GC

Specifications

Wingspan
7 m / 23 ft
Length
6.2 m / 20 ft
Height
1.65 m / 5 ft
Max Speed
341 km/h / 212 mph
Cruise Speed
320 km/h / 200 mph
Range
950 km / 510 nmi
Ceiling
7000 m / 23000 ft
First Flight
1979
Total Built
1446

Variants

  • RV-4-RENQUIST- 1 registrations - Example N392GC

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