Welcome to my website, where I am documenting the build of my Van's Aircraft RV-8. This project is not just about having a flying airplane one day but also about the journey to get there. Please check back from time to time to see how it's going.
RV-8 Specifications
Seats: Two
Baggage: 125 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 42 US gal
Span: 24 ft
Length: 21 ft
Height: 5 ft 7 in
Wing Area: 116 sq ft
Empty Weight: 1067 - 1120 lbs
Gross Weight: 1800 lbs
Wing Loading: 15.5 lb/sq ft
Engine: Lycoming 180 hp
Propeller: Constant Speed
Top Speed: 214 mph
Cruise (75% @ 8000 ft): 204 mph
Cruise (55% @ 8000 ft): 182 mph
Stall Speed: 51 mph
Takeoff Distance: 275 ft
Landing Distance: 350 ft
Rate of Climb: 2300 fpm
Ceiling: 23,000 ft
Range (75% @ 8000 ft): 790 sm
Range (55% @ 8000 ft): 955 sm