General Aviation

Vans RV-8 Quick Build

Manufacturer: Vans Aircraft

The Van's RV-8 is a tandem two‑seat, single‑engine, low‑wing homebuilt aircraft sold as a kit by Van's Aircraft. It features conventional landing gear, while the RV‑8A variant uses tricycle gear. The design builds on the earlier RV‑4 but is larger and more spacious.

Aircraft Facts

Type Key
vans-rv-8-quick-build
Class
General Aviation
Registry Count
2
Example Registration
N111LT

Specifications

Wingspan
7.32 m / 24 ft
Length
6.4 m / 21 ft
Height
1.7 m / 5 ft
Max Speed
356 km/h / 221 mph
Cruise Speed
340 km/h / 210 mph
Range
1510 km / 820 nmi
Ceiling
6900 m / 22500 ft
First Flight
1995
Total Built
1611

Variants

  • RV-8 QUICK BUILD- 2 registrations - Example N111LT

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