2005 Vans RV-8
Experimental / Homebuilt
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
COM-1 and NAV-1. Garmin 340 audio/ panel. Becker RT6201 provides COM-2. Becker 6401 mode S transponder provides ADS/B. S-TEC SYS 20 autopilot built into turn/bank indicator. Autopilot disconnect on stick. Electrical system documentation is 6 cad drawings and wire list.
Description
Total time 185 Engine time 354 SMOH Prop time 27 Useful load 660 lb Painted 2005 Interior 2005 Flight rules IFR Seats 2 Aerobatic Experimental /Homebuilt IFR
Engine
200 HP IO360-A1B6D with 1 magneto and 1 Light-Speed electronic ignition. New Hartzell constant speed prop from Van's. Ignition uses crank angle sensor so no moving parts. It adjusts timing using vacuum sensor and engine speed. Engine driven and electric fuel pumps. Fuel flow sensor. Vetterman exhaust. Wet vacuum pump with air/oil separator.
Propeller
Painted as a 1942 navy A/C. Heated pitot probe. Alternate air source. Electric flaps. Rear seat has control column, rudder pedals and throttle. Instrument panel is removable for bench service. Full builder logs.
Interior
Aileron and elevator trim and radio transmit button on both control columns. Trim is switchable fore/aft stick. Hooker 5 point harness. Map light. 12 volt power outlets front and rear.
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
James Bean
trade-a-plane.com
|
$119,000
|
Bayport, NY | Jun 08, 2026 | — | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Vans RV-8
This 2005 Vans RV-8 (N99JA) is a 2-seat experimental / homebuilt with 185 hours on the airframe. There are currently 11 RV-8 aircraft listed for sale . This aircraft is listed at the market average at $119,000.
The RV-8 cruises at 173 kts (320 km/h) with a range of 686 nm (1,270 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 9 GPH (34 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $50/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $100/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $10,000. With 185 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has 1,815 hours remaining to engine TBO .
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Vans RV-8 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N99JA.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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