Vans RV-8A
Aircraft description
A high quality build by Qantas pilot and LAME that first flew in 2001.
Fresh 100 hourly just completed with;
# Compression on all cylinders high.
# Brake pads replaced.
# All hoses replaced
# New alternator
The nose wheel has the upgrade - strengthening kit with skid plate, bearing and wheel upgrade and leg strengthening
Note - blue chequered area and 8 is vinyl that can be easily removed if preferred.
Basic info
Aircraft type
Single Pistons (GA)
Make / Manufacturer
Vans
Model
RV-8A
Year
2001
Registration
VH ZVL
Registration status
Registered for sale
Total airframe hours
921 HRS
Airframe serial No.
12345678
Location country
Australia
Location state
VIC
Engine hours
921 HRS
Engine / Propeller / Rotors
Engine type
Single Engine
Primary (engine / propeller 1)
Engine manufacturer / Model(s)
Hartzell
Engine serial number(s)
TBC
Last known cylinder compressions
TBC
Propeller / rotor manufacturer
TBC
Propeller / rotor serial
TBC
Propeller / rotor hours
921 HRS
Avionics / equipment
MGL screen - see photos
Exterior / Interior Condition
Interior condition (Seller assessment /10)
8.5
Interior details
Full harness belts fitted to both front and rear. New seat trim installed. Clone screen to rear seat Vans rudder kit and control in box ready to install. Stick in rear. Has wing tanks in addition to mains - providing great range. A beautifully presented plane - was awarded at Avalon Air Show for - presentation. Has full canopy cover, prop covers. Manuals and receipts for all work and maintenance. This aircraft is well known in the Vans community and has been flown and worked on by Vans multi World record holder and multi Vans builder. Testimonials from current LAME and above Vans identity available with their details.
Exterior condition (Seller assessment / 10)
8.5
Exterior details
The overall appearance of the aircraft is at a high level.
Additional information
Annual due date
01/05/2024
Reason for sale
Selling as I purchased new aircraft
Location airport / place
Lethridge Victoria YLED
Unserviceable items / work needing completion
TBC
Accident history / details
TBC
Storage history
Stored in hangar - both hired and owners hangar.
Extras included in the sale (use an example )
e.g towbar, aircraft cover
e.g towbar, aircraft cover
Tow bar supplied and full canopy cover and prop covers etc.
Specifications & performance
Cruise speed (kts)
Sea Level @ 75% power
Sea Level @ 75% power
165 to 170 at 24/24
Stall speed landing (kts)
TBC
Maximum takeoff weight (MTOW) (kg)
TBC
Empty weight (kg)
TBC
G limits
See Vans site
Fuel capacity
240 wing tip tanks
No. of fuel tanks
Four - wing tanks
Aircraft logbooks available & complete?
Available & complete
Seller information
