General Aviation

Vans RV-4/Rocket

Manufacturer: Vans Aircraft

The Van's RV-4 is a two‑seat, tandem‑configuration kit aircraft produced by Van's Aircraft of Aurora, Oregon. It is a development of the single‑seat RV‑3, offering a larger wing and more powerful engine options. The RV‑4 has become one of the most popular models in the RV series, with over 1,400 completed aircraft worldwide.

Aircraft Facts

Type Key
vans-rv-4-rocket
Class
General Aviation
Registry Count
1
Example Registration
N3337R

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/ROCKET- 1 registrations - Example N3337R

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