
Popular Photo Searches
Raven Display Team
Manufacturer:
Type/Model:
Colour Scheme:
Location:
Taken By:
Date Taken:
25th June 2022
Image ID:
407056
Commercial & Editorial Use
For information on this photo or to request a quotation to supply this image as a high resolution file for commercial or editorial purposes.
Buy A Print Or Gift
Buy a print, poster or gift of this image for personal or corporate decorative display. Prints are available in a number of sizes and finishes.
Aircraft Data
The RV-8 is a tandem 2 seat single engine sport aircraft supplied in kit form for home builders. The aircraft is aerobatic but also a good cross-country cruiser with excellent field performance. The RV8 has a tailwheel, the RV8a a nosewheel.Country of origin | First flight | No. built | No. in service | Crew | Passengers |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
United States | 1998 | 830 | n/a | 1 | 1 |
Power
1 x Lycoming O-320 (150 - 160 hp) or Lycoming O-360 (180 - 200 hp) piston engine.
Engine types as recommended by the manufacturers. Home builders may choose to substitute an alternate engine in a similar power range.
Dimensions
Length | 20 ft. 10 in - 21 ft. 0 in. |
---|---|
Wing Span | 24 ft. 0 in. |
Height | 5 ft. 0 in. - 7 ft. 0 in. |
Empty Weight | 1,067 - 1,120 lbs. |
Max Weight | 1,800 lbs. |
Performance
Max Speed | 204 - 222 mph (depending on engine fit) |
---|---|
Cruise Speed | 171 - 187 mph (at 55% power, 8000ft/2438m) |
Ceiling | 18,500 - 22,500 ft. |
Normal Range | 770 - 855mi. |
Max Range | 930 - 1,020mi. |
Updated 22nd January 2009
Show using: Metric | Imperial