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The RV-9 is a side by side 2 seat single engine sport aircraft supplied in kit form for home builders. The aircraft design favours cruising and economy over speed and aerobatics and has good field performance. The RV-9 has a tailwheel, the RV-9A a nose wCountry of origin | First flight | No. built | No. in service | Crew | Passengers |
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United States | 1997 | 412 | n/a | 1 | 1 |
Power
1 x Lycoming O-235 (108 - 115 hp) or Lycoming O-320 (150 - 160 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. 5 in. |
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Wing Span | 28 ft. 0 in. |
Height | 6 ft. 0 in. - 7 ft. 0 in. |
Empty Weight | 1,015 - 1,075 lbs. |
Max Weight | 1,600 - 1,750 lbs. |
Performance
Max Speed | 171 - 197 mph (depending on engine fit) |
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Cruise Speed | 149 - 168 mph (at 55% power, 8000ft/2438m.) |
Ceiling | 17,000 - 24,500 ft. |
Normal Range | 700 - 865mi. |
Max Range | 850 - 1,025mi. |
Updated 22nd January 2009
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Van's RV-9
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31st May 2014
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