2002 Van's RV-8A
Experimental / Homebuilt
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
VFRand 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
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Hogan Aviation
trade-a-plane.com
|
$94,500
|
Salinas, CA | Mar 30, 2026 | 109 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Vans RV-8A
This 2002 Vans RV-8A (N54LF) is a 2-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 173 kts (320 km/h) with a range of 700 nm (1,296 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 22,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 9 GPH (34 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $56/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.
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Van's RV-8A — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N54LF.
Location & Ownership
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.
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