2002 Vans RV-8A for sale

2002 Vans RV-8A

Experimental / Homebuilt

FOR SALE
$94,500
Location Salinas, CA
Total Time 340 hrs
Engine SMOH 340 hrs
Seats 1
Serial # 81435
Reg # N54LF
Cruise 2 kts (4 km/h)
ICAO Type RV8
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

VFR
GPS/Comm King KLX 135A Transponder King KT76A Intercom PS Engineering PM 501 Autopilot S-Tec System 30 Two-Axis * Rear Controls include Stick Rudder Peddles and Throttle * Certified Aerobatic Maneuvers include Loops Rolls Barrel Rolls

and Spins * Chief Aircraft Engine Instruments * 42 Gallons Fuel * 705# Useful Load

Description

RV-8A. 340TT AF, Eng, and Prop. KLX 135A GPS/Comm, S-Tec 30 2-Axis A/P. Rear Controls. Certified for Basic Aerobatics.

Engine

ENGINE: 340 SNEW (Lycoming O-360-A1A / 180HP / 2000 TBO / IRAN at 90 hrs) PROPELLER: 340 PSNEW (Sensenich 72FM859-1 (84) / OH'd at 90 hrs)

Interior

Fully painted interior with Tan Leather Upholstery and Four-Point Harnesses.

Exterior

Overall Matterhorn White and Medium Red with Gold Stripe.

Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.

Price Comparison 1 active offer

Source Price Action
Hogan Aviation
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$94,500

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

About This Vans RV-8A

This 2002 Vans RV-8A (N54LF) is a 1-seat experimental / homebuilt with 340 hours on the airframe. There are currently 4 RV-8A aircraft listed for sale . This aircraft is listed at the market average at $94,500.

The RV-8A cruises at 2 kts (4 km/h) .

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 340 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has 1,660 hours remaining to engine TBO .

NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 340 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (2,000 hrs)
Budget $135 for pre-purchase inspection

Vans RV-8A — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
1
Cruise Speed
2 kts (4 km/h)
Fuel Burn
9 GPH (34 L/h)
TBO
2,000 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

VANS RV-8A

Fuel Burn
9.0 GPH
~$58/hr
Variable Cost
$100/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$10,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$25,000
every 2,000 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the VANS RV-8A. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N54LF.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Salinas, CA

Seller reported 744 more aircraft in CA →

Title Status

No FAA title records

Available for US-registered aircraft only

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.

Safety Record

NTSB safety data coming soon.

We'll check N54LF against the NTSB accident database.

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