General Aviation

Vans RV-6

Manufacturer: Vans Aircraft

The Van's RV-6 is a two‑seat, single‑engine, low‑wing homebuilt aircraft sold as a kit by Van's Aircraft. It offers side‑by‑side seating and is available in both tailwheel (RV‑6) and tricycle (RV‑6A) configurations.

Aircraft Facts

Type Key
vans-rv-6
Class
General Aviation
Registry Count
897
Example Registration
N1001W

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

  • RV6- 897 registrations - Example N1001W

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